Laser-Guided Pipelayer – Heavy Civil Installations

CARDINAL CIVIL CONTRACTING CHARLOTTE LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Cardinal Civil Contracting in Charlotte, NC is hiring a Pipe Layer to install sewer, water, and storm drain systems on active underground sites. You will set pipe and drainage structures to line and grade, coordinating with operators, helpers, and laborers while using laser guidance for precision.

This full-time, on-site role requires reading grade stakes, handling concrete, PVC and ductile iron pipe, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3 years of underground utility or civil construction experience.
• Proven proficiency cutting concrete pipe, boxes, ductile iron, and PVC.
• Ability to read grade stakes and operate pipe lasers.
• Strict compliance with OSHA safety standards and company policies.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Pipe Installation: Position, align, and join concrete, ductile iron, and PVC pipe.
• Grade & Laser Control: Use pipe lasers and excavator guidance for precise installation.
• Site Preparation: Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact earth.
• Tools, Equipment & Crew Coordination: Safely operate tools; coordinate with operators and crew.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow safety protocols and regulations; participate in safety briefings.

Skills

3 years of underground utility or civl

Proven proficiency pipe cutting

Read grade stakes

Operate pipe lasers

Valid driver’s license

Strong work ethic

OSHA safety compliance

Tools

Pipe lasers

Job description

Cardinal Civil Contracting in Charlotte, NC is hiring a Pipe Layer to install sewer, water, and storm drain systems on active underground sites. You will set pipe and drainage structures to line and grade, coordinating with operators, helpers, and laborers while using laser guidance for precision.

This full-time, on-site role requires reading grade stakes, handling concrete, PVC and ductile iron pipe, and maintaining safety standards.