Underground Pipe Laborer - Mesa, AZ

Sundt Construction•Mesa, AZ

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist skilled craft workers with their assigned duties, including assisting with the installation of small-diameter underground pipe. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision, and take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman. The position offers $22.50 DOE and approximately 40–50 hours of work per week; overtime may be required. The estimated project duration is 18 months. Subsistence or per diem is not offered. Candidates must successfully pass pre-employment drug testing. This is designated a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a helper or laborer, including experience assisting with installation of small-diameter underground pipe.
Ability to take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman.
Availability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug testing.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Ability to move through confined, cluttered, and uneven areas; frequently reach above shoulder height and below the waist; and occasionally stoop, kneel, or bend.
Ability to frequently use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects; climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; and occasionally lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Core Curriculum and/or a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Industrial or commercial construction experience is preferred: one year for level I, two years for level II, and three or more years for higher levels.

Responsibilities

Assist skilled craft workers in performing assigned duties, including helping install small-diameter underground pipe.
Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills when requested by project supervision.
Use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, unnecessary transportation, material storage, and time.
Ask a supervisor about work or safe-practice concerns before continuing when unsure.
Learn and understand hazards related to the work.
Learn to use or operate work-related tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Maintain positive working relationships with crew members.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to help ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Comply with applicable safety standards and procedures.