Pipe Layer

Richard E. Pierson Construction Company, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard E. Pierson Construction Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced installer for storm, sanitary, and water mains on civil construction projects. The role involves setting pipes to grade, building structures, and ensuring safety while working inside trench boxes. Candidates must have over 3 years of relevant experience and be OSHA 10 certified.

If you have a valid driver's license and are physically capable in various weather conditions, we want you on our team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in civil construction projects.
• Ability to read and understand utility plans.
• Comfortable working inside trench boxes and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Install storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main per plan and grade.
• Build catch basins, manholes, and inlets; set frames and grates.
• Set pipe to laser or string line; verify slope and alignment.
• Work safely inside trench boxes and shoring.

Skills

3+ years installing storm, sanitary, or water mains

Proficient reading utility plans

Comfortable working in trenches

OSHA 10 certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Install storm, sanitary, and water mains on heavy-civil and site-development projects. You'll work as part of a utility crew to set pipe to grade, build structures, and perform connections, with a strong focus on safety and trench protection.

Responsibilities

• Install storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main per plan and grade.
• Build catch basins, manholes, and inlets; set frames and grates.
• Set pipe to laser or string line; verify slope and alignment.
• Work safely inside trench boxes and shoring; maintain awareness of trench protection requirements.
• Coordinate with the operator on bedding, backfill, and compaction.
• Perform pipe connections, tap-ins, and tie-ins per spec.
• Keep accurate records of installed materials and as-builts for the foreman.

Requirements

• 3+ years installing storm, sanitary, or water mains on civil construction projects.
• Proficient reading utility plans and profiles.
• Comfortable working in trenches with shoring, trench boxes, and confined spaces.
• OSHA 10 (Confined Space training a plus).
• Valid driver's license.
• Physically able to handle pipe and structure components in all weather.