Pipelayer
Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions · Chesapeake, VA · 4 wk ago
Management$23–$28/hrFull-time
About the role
Vortex Services, LLC delivers cutting-edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to improve water, sewer, and industrial infrastructure. As a Pipelayer/Laborer, you’ll work in a fast-paced, safety-first culture with a supportive team structure that offers training and development.
Responsibilities
- Grade and level trench bases to place pipe in
- Lay, align, and position sections of pipe
- Make connections to sewer, water, and storm sewer lines
- Check slopes for compliance with requirements
- Dig and set pipe by hand
Skills
- Determine grade of trenching using tools including lasers and transit levels
- Operate cutting equipment to cut various types of piping materials
- Operate small powered equipment including tampers
- Cut, fit, and seal various types of piping
Requirements
- Experience as a Pipelayer
- Valid driver license
- Ability to travel during the week based on operational demands
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and lift and move 50 lbs
- Must pass pre-employment drug test and background screening consistent with company standards
Schedule
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday but can include shift work, weekends, evenings, and holidays—flexibility is required as job duties demand.
Pay
Salary range: $23.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, job-related skills, experience, education, certifications, and geographic location.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 401K retirement plan
- Income protection insurance
- Off-the-job accident insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)