Open-Cut Sewer & Water Pipe Layer

PURIS; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

PURIS is hiring a Pipe Layer - Open Cut / Ditch (Non-Exempt) to install sewer, water, and storm utilities on open cut projects. The role requires reading grades, setting pipes and manholes, and ensuring line/grade accuracy with safety in mind.

Five years of underground utility experience and the ability to travel for project needs are essential. Strong teamwork and adherence to specs and inspections are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience installing underground utility systems.
• Experience installing PVC, ductile iron, corrugated, Schedule 40/80 pipes.
• Experience installing sewer, water, and storm utility systems.
• Experience installing manholes and related structures.
• Ability to read grades and perform installations to specification.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods as project needs.

Responsibilities

• Install sewer, water, and storm utility systems per plans and specs.
• Set and install manholes and precast structures.
• Ensure proper line and grade; verify leak-free installations.
• Assist with inspections and testing; read grade stakes and markings.
• Coordinate with operators and crew; support site cleanup and restoration.

Skills

Underground utilities

Reading grades

Safety procedures

Team communication

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Pipe lasers

PVC/DI pipe installation tools

Job description

PURIS is hiring a Pipe Layer - Open Cut / Ditch (Non-Exempt) to install sewer, water, and storm utilities on open cut projects. The role requires reading grades, setting pipes and manholes, and ensuring line/grade accuracy with safety in mind.

Five years of underground utility experience and the ability to travel for project needs are essential. Strong teamwork and adherence to specs and inspections are expected.