Pipe Layer
at Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction
Highlights
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company contribution up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth and Career Advancement
Responsibilities
- Cut pipes to required lengths using a demo saw and other power tools.
- Install and repair wet and dry utility pipe, including sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
- Move pipe into trenches, lay pipe in trench, assist with initial backfill.
- Connect pipe pieces and seal joints with appropriate tools and materials.
- Assemble pipe to meet pressure test requirements.
- Work with and monitor fellow workers to ensure safety and productivity.
- Perform pre‑task planning tasks.
- Operate equipment within a Pipe Crew environment (e.g., excavator or loader) is preferred.
- Operate equipment safely in and around active highway traffic under Maintenance of Traffic conditions and live traffic on a highway construction project is preferred.
- Maintain equipment: perform light maintenance, protect equipment from damage, and conduct daily usage/utilization reporting.
- Coordinate machine actions with other crew members using hand or audio signals.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience laying pipe in highway construction.
- Physical fitness: the role is physically demanding and requires strength and endurance.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a variety of locations; locations may change daily.
- Strong coordination: balance, depth perception, and eye‑hand coordination are critical.
- Flexible scheduling: hours vary by job, location, and season; night shift may be required.
- Work ethic: dedicated and hard‑working.
Employment Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Management and Manufacturing
- Industries: Construction
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.