Construction Laborer / Pipe Installer / Operators

Water Otter Job Board; Russell Springs (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Otter Job Board in Kentucky is seeking a Construction Laborer / Pipe Installer to join our on-site team. You will assist with installing and maintaining underground utilities, including wastewater, sanitary drainage, stormwater, and water supply pipelines, and you will gain hands-on experience operating heavy equipment.

The role emphasizes safety and blueprint reading, pipe placement with lasers, trenching, and coordination with oil & gas or municipal infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment and installing underground utilities.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction plans accurately.
• Knowledge of wastewater, sanitary sewer and stormwater systems.
• Commitment to safety regulations on federal construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of underground utilities following detailed plans.
• Operate heavy equipment to prepare trenches and move materials.
• Perform trenching for pipe installation projects.
• Use hand tools and pipe lasers for precise placement.
• Conduct utility locating before excavation to prevent damage.
• Follow safety protocols in accordance with regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment ops

Pipe lasers

Blueprint reading

Underground utilities

Safety compliance

Concrete finishing

Oil & gas / municipal infra

Tools

Pipe lasers

Heavy machinery

Job description

Job Summary

Join our dynamic construction team as a Construction Laborer / Pipe Installer and be a vital part of building essential infrastructure! In this energetic role, you will assist with the installation and maintenance of underground utility systems, including wastewater, sanitary drainage, stormwater, and water supply pipelines. Your hands-on skills and safety awareness will drive successful project completion while adhering to all safety regulations. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your heavy equipment operation skills and contribute to impactful construction projects across various industries, including oil & gas and municipal infrastructure.

Duties

• Assist in the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines, water supply systems, stormwater, and sanitary drainage systems following detailed construction plans and blueprint specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment including dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, and front loader trucks to prepare trenches and move materials efficiently.
• Perform construction trenching activities ensuring proper depth and alignment for pipe installation projects.
• Use hand tools and specialized equipment like pipe lasers for precise pipe placement and alignment.
• Conduct utility locating to identify existing underground utilities before excavation to prevent damage or accidents.
• Follow all safety protocols in accordance with federal construction safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and team members.

Skills

• Proficiency in heavy equipment operation including dozer, loader, backhoe, excavator, and front loader truck.
• Experience with pipe installation techniques using pipe lasers and other precision tools.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and construction plans accurately.
• Knowledge of wastewater systems, sanitary sewers, stormwater systems, and underground utilities installation.
• Familiarity with safety regulations specific to federal construction sites and general construction safety protocols.
• Skilled in using hand tools for concrete finishing, pipe fitting, and general construction tasks.
• Understanding of pipeline installation processes within oil & gas or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings related to sewer line installation and utility trenching projects.
• Experience with concrete forming and finishing is a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety protocol adherence during all phases of construction work.

Embark on a career where your skills make a real difference! We are dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive environment that values hard work, precision, and teamwork - empowering you to grow professionally while contributing to vital infrastructure development.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 - 50.0 per week

Work Location: In person