West Monroe, LA - Pipeline Crew Member

Achieve Your Goals

The primary goal of this position is to perform various tasks involved in heavy construction projects, ensuring all work adheres to safety standards and contractual requirements.

Essential Functions

• Execute job deliverables according to customer specifications and contract requirements.
• Ensure all project work complies with installation standards and is performed safely and correctly.
• Promote and monitor the safety of team members.
• Prepare sites to optimize construction work procedures.
• Clean debris, trash, and hazardous materials from construction sites.
• Load and unload equipment and materials from trucks; restock trucks with supplies; distribute materials safely and efficiently.
• Prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines; dig spread and level dirt and gravel; measure and mark pipes for cutting; join, wrap, seal, and bed sections of underground pipe.
• Erect temporary structures.
• Fill potholes to facilitate the construction process.
• Use hand tools to cut and shape material as per instructions.
• Identify utilities and potential hazards; protect dig crews from utility hits and assist in manual digging.
• Place traffic signs to warn traffic of construction in progress.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery.
• Clean and maintain construction equipment and company vehicles.
• Ensure all work being done is in compliance with the company’s safety protocols.
• Assist tradesmen in completing their skilled tasks safely and efficiently.
• Understand when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Follow proper safety and incident reporting procedures.
• Bring problems to the attention of the Foreman or Supervisor.

Qualifications/Special Knowledge Skills

• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Precise hand-eye coordination.
• Willing attitude to learn from others.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Effective teamwork skills.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Vocational training is strongly desired.
• Knowledge of gas installation techniques and standards is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, and weekend shifts as needed.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Able to climb a minimum of 5 rungs of an extension ladder.
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary packages.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits program including Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance starting on the first day of employment.
• Employer Matching 401k program.
• Paid Time Off.
• An incredible work environment.
• Referral Bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About the Role

This position is available for local candidates only and does not pay per diem.

Schedule

Long hours including day, night, and weekend shifts as needed.

Skills

• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Precise hand-eye coordination.
• Willing attitude to learn from others.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Effective teamwork skills.