Pipe Layer

Allan Myers; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers is seeking an ambitious pipe layer to join our elite team in Virginia. The role involves laying pipe for sanitary storm sewers and water mains, assisting with excavation, and installing piping with ductile iron and stainless steel.

You will follow safety protocols, use pipe lasers, and work under the Field Manager's instructions to complete installations. Expect a demanding physical role with opportunities to learn and grow within a family-like company culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience on construction sites.
• GED/High School diploma or related work experience.
• Trade School a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Lay pipe for sanitary storm sewers and water mains.
• Assist in excavation, trenching, and backfilling per safety procedures.
• Install piping - flanged ductile iron and stainless steel press-fit.
• Set up and use of pipe lasers; knowledge of storm and sanitary pipe installation.
• Follow all site safety protocols and use trench boxes correctly.
• Complete installations using instructions from the Field Manager.
• Be comfortable working at heights and using fall protection.
• Pipe cutting with grinders and abrasive blades and other tools.
• Communicate with the equipment operator for pipe alignment and depth.

Education

GED/High School diploma or related work experience

Trade School a plus

Job description

Responsibilities

Allan Myers is looking for an ambitious, hard-working pipe layers to join our elite team. Learn and grow with us. We promote from within, provide great benefits, and treat our employees like family.

This position requires heavy physical duties on a variety of tasks which are generally either unskilled or semi-skilled in nature. Duties will vary depending on the type of work assigned to crew.

• Responsible for laying pipe for sanitary storm sewers and water mains.
• Assist in excavation, trenching, and backfilling activities in accordance with safety procedures.
• Install piping - flanged ductile iron and stainless steel press-fit.
• Set up and use of pipe lasers, knowledge of RCP & ADS storm pipe, sanitary pipe and water pipe installation.
• Follow all site-specific and general safety protocols. Understanding of working with trench boxes.
• Complete installations using layout and instructions provided by Field Manager.
• Be comfortable working at heights and within fall protection.
• pipe cutting using abrasive blades on grinders and other pipe cutting tools, etc.
• Communicate clearly with the operator for alignment of the pipe while using hand signals to endure the proper depth.
• Guide laborers on crew by showing proper tools to use, length of pipe and how to properly cut pipe.
• Lifts, carries, and holds building materials, tools, and supplies.
• Cleans tools, materials, and work areas.

Hourly Range: $25.00 - $27.00, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience on construction sites.
• GED/High School diploma or related work experience.
• Trade School a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Overview

Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.