Pipe Layer – Utilities

C.J. Miller Llc; Hampstead (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night Shift Differential

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

Annual Company Picnic

Job summary

C.J. Miller Llc in Hampstead, Maryland, is seeking a Pipe Layer responsible for installing and repairing underground utilities including water and sewer systems. Candidates should have at least two years of experience and knowledge of OSHA safety standards. The job involves interpreting blueprints, working outdoors in varying weather, and maintaining safety practices. Benefits include a night shift differential, paid time off, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in utility installation or pipe laying.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and site plans.
• Familiarity with various pipe materials and installation techniques.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and connect pipes using appropriate tools.
• Interpret blueprints and determine pipe layout.
• Set up and calibrate equipment for trench grading.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations during excavation.
• Coordinate with crew on installation tasks.

Skills

Utility installation experience

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Blueprint interpretation

Communication skills

Job description

The Pipe Layer is responsible for installing, replacing, and repairing underground utilities—including water, sanitary sewer, and storm water systems—in compliance with project specifications and applicable safety regulations. This role requires a high level of attention to detail to ensure proper pipe alignment, grading, and sealing. All work must be performed following company policies and OSHA safety standards.

• Install, align, and connect pipes using hand and power tools, adhesives, and sealing materials.
• Interpret blueprints and construction documents to determine pipe layout.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate lasers and leveling equipment for accurate trench grading and alignment.
• Excavate and prepare trenches while ensuring compliance with OSHA trench safety guidelines (e.g., proper shoring or trench boxes for depths over 5 feet).
• Backfill and compact soil around installed pipes using hand tampers, rollers, or compactors.
• Cut and fit pipe sections to required lengths and angles using saws, torches, or cutting tools.
• Lead or coordinate with crew members on pipe installation tasks, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
• Handle and position heavy pipe segments using approved rigging methods.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to prevent struck-by and caught-between hazards.
• Follow all site safety rules, including proper use of PPE (hard hats, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing and eye protection, high-visibility clothing).
• Ensure compliance with confined space entry protocols where applicable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Outdoor job sites in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Exposure to dirt, mud, water, dust, grease, and potentially hazardous materials (e.g., adhesives, fuels).
• Regular proximity to heavy machinery, mobile equipment, and excavation operations.
• Work may involve use of ladders, scaffold towers, and man-lifts per OSHA safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Minimumtwo (2) years of experiencein utility installation or pipe laying.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices, with a working understanding of OSHA regulations (e.g., 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P for excavations).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and grade stakes.
• Familiar with various pipe materials (PVC, ductile iron, concrete, HDPE) and appropriate installation techniques.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, walk, bend, and crouch for extended periods throughout an 8–10-hour workday.
• Lift, carry, and move materials weighing 50–90 lbs. frequently; up to 150 lbs. with assistance.
• Frequent climbing on ladders, equipment, scaffolding, and into trenches up to 15 feet deep.
• Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and in confined spaces following OSHA entry procedures.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand tools, power tools, and compacting equipment.
• Tolerance for repetitive movements including bending, reaching, lifting, and kneeling.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE and remain alert in noisy, high-traffic environments.

Our Culture

In business for over 60 years, C.J. Miller is a company with a strong focus on “doing good work.” We are a growing company, but one where we treat our employees like family. We hold an annual company picnic and encourage safe practices through our “Miller Bucks Safety/Performance Program,” where employees are awarded points to use in our online store when they follow safety protocols and avoid any violations or preventable accidents or damage. Our employees have a strong work ethic and this year alone, we had several employees celebrating 30 or 35-year anniversaries with the company.

• Night Shift Differential
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• Annual Company Picnic

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Pre-Screening Questions

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