Pipelayer

Slayden•Central Point, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking experienced Pipelayer(s) to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Medford, Oregon. Slayden Constructors is a leader in the civil construction industry in the Pacific Northwest, focused on water and wastewater infrastructure. Over the last 40 years, we have ingrained our reputation with our clients on successful projects, bringing positive impacts to local communities. Grow your career with a team that is committed to delivering quality projects timely and safely, while supporting our guiding principles: People Matter, Team Unity, Solutions Driven, and Forward Focused.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Documentation must be provided at time of application.
Must be able to follow building plans and blueprints to perform pipe laying.
Trained in Trenching and Excavation safety.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application, and is physically fit to perform the work.
Required to communicate information, ideas, directions with the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory and with utmost regard for safety.
Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.

Responsibilities

Align and position pipes to prepare them for welding or sealing.
Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers.
Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using welding equipment, cement, or glue.
Cover pipes with earth or other materials.
Cut pipes to required lengths.
Dig trenches to desired or required depths, by hand or using trenching tools.
Processing systems include both high-pressure and low-pressure pipe systems moving liquids or gases utilizing automatic controls in the treatment of wastewater.
Work with backhoe operator to supervise the correct depth and grade to lay pipe.
Work with pipe craft and civil crews to place pipe in ditches.
Install or repair sanitary or stormwater sewer structures or pipe systems.
Install or use instruments such as lasers, grade rods, or transit levels.
Grade or level trench bases, using tamping machines or hand tools.
Lay out pipe routes, following written instructions or blueprints and coordinating layouts with supervisors.
Perform other duties as assigned.