Underground Pipe Layer - Journeyman

Granite Construction•Hermiston, OR

About The Position

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary Performs any combination of following tasks, such as excavating, lays route of pipes in trenches, install erosion control around pipes Essential Job Accountabilities Excavate trenches to desired or required depth by hand or using excavator Grades and levels base of trench, using tamping machine and hand tools Set up dewatering equipment to keep water level below bottom of trench. Lays out route of pipe, following written instructions or blueprints Lays pipes in trenches and welds, cements, glues, or otherwise connects pieces together. Set pipe structures to line and grade. Backfills pipe and structures with earth or other materials with required compaction. Checks slope, using carpenter's level or lasers Maintain line and grade of the installed pipe to meet specification requirements. Install erosion control around completed pipe and structures. Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job Experience in installing bulkheads in pipe and structures, including the mixing and use of mortar. Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources Attend training and have a full understanding of trenching requirements and regulations. Follow all OSHA and Company safety policies and procedures, including attendance at safety meetings Maintain a safe and clean work environment

Requirements

Required Experience Installing: 4”–12” C900 4”–30” SDR 6”–12” Ductile Iron Mechanical bolt-up joints Fire hydrants Storm drain, sanitary sewer, and domestic water systems
Strong Understanding of: Trench excavation and backfill requirements Pipe bedding, compaction, and lift thickness Grade control using laser, level, and stringline Confined space requirements Shoring systems, trench boxes, and trench safety
Ability to Ensure Pipe Is Installed: To proper line and grade Within tolerance In accordance with plans and specifications With the ability to identify and correct installation issues prior to inspection
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Appropriate training and experience required
Workers should be able to: Follow specific directions Perform a variety of duties which may often change Work within standards of accuracy Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure Evaluate information using measurable standards.
Physically, workers must be able to: Stand or walk for long periods Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects and carry tools and equipment Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see (naturally or with correction).

Responsibilities

Excavate trenches to desired or required depth by hand or using excavator
Grades and levels base of trench, using tamping machine and hand tools
Set up dewatering equipment to keep water level below bottom of trench.
Lays out route of pipe, following written instructions or blueprints
Lays pipes in trenches and welds, cements, glues, or otherwise connects pieces together.
Set pipe structures to line and grade.
Backfills pipe and structures with earth or other materials with required compaction.
Checks slope, using carpenter's level or lasers
Maintain line and grade of the installed pipe to meet specification requirements.
Install erosion control around completed pipe and structures.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
Experience in installing bulkheads in pipe and structures, including the mixing and use of mortar.
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources
Attend training and have a full understanding of trenching requirements and regulations.
Follow all OSHA and Company safety policies and procedures, including attendance at safety meetings
Maintain a safe and clean work environment