Construction Pipelayer

Texas Materials; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & disability benefits

Retirement savings plan

Health and wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Materials, a CRH company, is seeking a Construction Pipelayer to install underground utility systems on highway, municipal, and site development projects. You will work with foremen, operators, and laborers to ensure pipe is laid to plans and grades.

The role emphasizes reading plans, coordinating with crew, and maintaining safety and quality on outdoor sites. Physical work, lifting up to 50 pounds, and potential travel to job sites are required; OSHA 10 or CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of underground utility or pipeline construction experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pipe-laying methods and underground utility installation.
• Ability to work in trenches and around heavy equipment.
• Ability to read measuring devices, grades, and construction stakes.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation to and from project sites.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install underground pipe systems including RCP, HDPE, PVC, ductile iron, and storm drainage structures.
• Read and interpret plans, grade stakes, blueprints, and cut sheets.
• Prepare trenches and pipe bedding materials for proper installation.
• Guide equipment operators during excavation, pipe placement, and backfilling operations.
• Set and align pipe to proper line and grade using lasers, levels, and grade rods.
• Install manholes, inlets, catch basins, valves, and related utility structures.
• Compact backfill materials according to project specifications.
• Perform utility tie-ins and assist with testing of completed systems.
• Ensure trenches are maintained in a safe condition and follow trench safety requirements.
• Identify and report underground utility conflicts or field issues to supervisors.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a construction crew to meet production goals and deadlines.

Skills

Pipe laying

Blueprint reading

Outdoor work

Safety mindset

Reading grades and stakes

Physical endurance

Education

None

Job description

South Texas HMA & Construction - Full Time - Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

The Construction Pipelayer is responsible for installing underground utility systems including storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, and drainage structures on heavy highway, municipal, and site development projects. This position works closely with foremen, equipment operators, and laborers to safely install pipe according to project plans, grades, and specifications while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install underground pipe systems including reinforced concrete pipe (RCP), HDPE, PVC, ductile iron, and storm drainage structures.
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, blueprints, and cut sheets.
• Prepare trenches and pipe bedding materials for proper installation.
• Guide equipment operators during excavation, pipe placement, and backfilling operations.
• Set and align pipe to proper line and grade using lasers, levels, and grade rods.
• Install manholes, inlets, catch basins, valves, and related utility structures.
• Compact backfill materials according to project specifications.
• Perform utility tie-ins and assist with testing of completed systems.
• Ensure trenches are maintained in a safe condition and follow all trench safety requirements.
• Identify and report underground utility conflicts or field issues to supervisors.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a construction crew to meet production goals and deadlines.

Qualifications

Required

• 1+ years of experience in underground utility or pipeline construction preferred.
• Knowledge of pipe-laying methods and underground utility installation.
• Ability to work in trenches and around heavy equipment.
• Ability to read measuring devices, grades, and construction stakes.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation to and from project sites.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Preferred

• Experience installing storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and waterline systems.
• Experience with laser levels and grade checking.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• CDL or ability to obtain one.
• Knowledge of utility construction specifications and municipal standards.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and lift throughout the workday.
• Work in trenches, uneven terrain, and active construction zones.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor for extended periods.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel to job sites as required.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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