Storm/Utility Pipe Crew

branchgroup • Fayetteville, NC

103d

About The Position

Branch's Civil Division is searching for a dependable, conscientious Pipe Crew to join our well-established, growing company. The Foreman works with the Superintendents and Project Managers to coordinate pipeline operations and oversee pipe crew. The Pipe Crew will work together on pipe project layout, installation, and assembly. The pipe crew generally includes a pipe foreman, equipment operators with excavator and loader experience, and pipe layers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
• 10 hour OSHA certification required; 30 hour certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of standards, specifications, codes, regulations and laws
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA and DOT guidelines.
• 5+ years’ experience with highway/utility construction
• 3+ years’ experience as a Pipe Foreman
• Must have a valid driver’s license and must meet Branch Group Fleet Policy requirements and maintain 'Approved Driver' status.
• Must have excellent communications skills
• Ability to use good judgement with the ability to be an effective decision maker
• Has an ability to get job done with minimal supervision, on time, within budget or better.

Responsibilities

• Builds job by plans and specifications as directed by supervisor.
• Works together on the lay out, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of utility pipe.
• Prior to commencing work activities, develops and executes an effective plan in cooperation with the Superintendent for pipe installation and determines the means and methods necessary (including individual work activities) to meet project goals.
• Assures the proper storage of materials and rented equipment, including regular checks of job for material and equipment inventory.
• Assures the proper operation and maintenance of equipment under their control, including appropriate applications for the respective equipment.
• Reviews Miss Utility policy and ensures employee compliance.
• Preplans and schedules pipe installation on a daily basis as required.
• Knowledgeable of inspection requirements and material or equipment requirements.

Benefits

• Full-time position typically involves 50+ hours a week.
• On-call availability for early/late hours to deal with delays, bad weather and emergencies at the job site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees