Job Description
Primary Function:
Work as a crew member installing various pipelines.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Work with the crew on pipe stringing.
- Work with the top man and operator while placing pipe in the ditch.
- Hand shovel and expose any existing utilities and bring them to the attention of the operator.
- Always position yourself in a location clearly visible to the operator when giving signals.
- Ensure proper softeners are in place for the excavator bucket prior to inserting the pipe into the preceding bell.
- Mark the bell length on the spigot of the pipe being installed to verify proper travel length.
- Double-check the installed pipe with a pocket level and visually inspect the new joint.
- Install marking identification tape over the pipeline before backfill.
- Compact the pipeline to the springline of the pipe using a "pogo stick" or tamper.
- Protect newly installed pipelines from potential damage and ingress of dirt and trash.
- Have a temporary "night" plug nearby for quick installations.
- Check delivered pipe and fittings for conformance and defects.
- Bolt up fittings and pipe configurations ahead of excavation operations.
- Assist the foreman in laser setup and monitor accuracy throughout the day.
- Ensure proper bedding is in place and leveled to the proper grade.
- Assist with activities such as well pointing, constructing invert channels, masonry work, pipeline testing, cleanup, etc.
- Work in accordance with the Company Safety Program and report safety violations or concerns to the Foreman.
- Monitor and maintain jobsite housekeeping.
- Secure the jobsite during non-working periods, such as evenings or weekends.
- Park equipment to protect vulnerable machines from theft and ensure accessibility for refueling personnel.
- Maintain erosion control devices and ensure they are functioning properly.
- Monitor signs and barricades, resetting them as needed.