Underground Utility Pipelayer

Responsibilities

• Prepare and install underground pipelines, including water lines, storm and sanitary sewer.
• Lay out pipe routes according to specifications or blueprints, and coordinate with supervisors.
• Cut pipes to required lengths.
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction.
• 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.
• Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices.
• Cover pipes with earth or other materials.
• Grade and level trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
• Train others in pipe-laying techniques.
• Perform other general labor and construction-related duties as required.

Environmental Working Conditions

• All work is performed outside in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Exposure to all elements of nature.
• Exposure to all types of terrain.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc.
• Work in close proximity to heavy traffic.

Physical Requirements

• Standing.
• Walking.
• Climbing, stooping, and bending.
• Periodic lifting of 10 to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• Matching 401k.