Utility Pipelayer Laborer

About Walbec Group

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

About the role

The Utility Pipe Layer is responsible for installing, aligning, and inspecting underground utilities such as water mains, sewer lines, storm drains, and other piping systems. This role involves working as part of a construction crew to prepare trenches, lay pipe to grade, and ensure proper connections that meet safety and project specifications. Must be able to lift 75 pounds. The pipelayer will also assist with keeping machines and equipment maintained, assist in clean-up of job site, and other duties assigned by the Foreman or other management.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Class A CDL strongly desired
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred
• Must be punctual and dependable
• Able to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments
• Member of a Local Laborer Union, or willingness to become a union member are required. Union membership is not required prior to employment
• 3–5 years road construction laborer experience is preferred
• Minimum 6 months experience in assembling and installing sanitary sewer pipe and manholes, water main, and storm sewer pipe and manholes
• Knowledge of confined spaces, OSHA trenching and sloping is preferred
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds