Pipe Layer

S&B USA; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid PTO

Training and career planning

Job summary

S&B USA Construction in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking skilled Pipe Layers to install storm sewers, gas utilities, and water mains on mid-Atlantic projects. You will support Foremen and craft workers, work outdoors, and contribute to safety, quality, and schedule on every project.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of pipe-laying site experience, physical stamina, and the ability to follow directions and maintain accuracy. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of sitework experience laying pipe on a construction site.
• Able to work outside in the elements.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks and follow procedures.
• Stand or walk for long periods and carry tools.

Responsibilities

• Dig, spread and level dirt, sand and gravel.
• Install, remove, and maintain erosion control products.
• Lift, carry and hold construction materials, tools and supplies.
• Position, cut and fuse pipe; connect pipe pieces.
• Ensure correct depth using laser or grade stakes and communicate with the operator.
• Inspect pipe fittings for defects and cleanliness.
• Load, transport and unload tools and supplies.
• Operate manual material handling equipment when needed.
• Assist in minor maintenance and cleaning activities.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Ability to follow directions

Teamwork

Job description

Fay, S&B USA Construction builds complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic such as major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership. Safety, quality, and schedule are not checkboxes here — they are the standard we hold ourselves to on every project, every day. Whether you are early in your career looking for the kind of project exposure that accelerates growth, or a seasoned professional ready to lead work at the highest level, you will find both here. We invest in the people who build with us, and the projects we take on reflect that commitment.

Job Definition:

Pipe Layers are responsible forinstalling pipe in storm sewers, gas utilities, and water mains. Laborers must have physical strength, endurance and must also be able to concentrate on their tasks. Assist Foreman and skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties under close supervision

Typical Duties:

• Digging, spreading and leveling dirt, sand and gravel using a pick shovel or rake
• Installs, removes, and maintains a variety of erosion control products and liner. Clearing seditment
• Lift, carry and hold construction materials, tools and supplies
• Clean tools, equipment, material in work area
• Mix, pour and spread concrete, asphalt, gravel and other materials using hand tools
• Positioning, cutting and fusing pipe
• Connecting various pipe pieces by glue, heat, or slip jointing
• Maintaining depth by checking the laser beam or grade stakes and communicating with the operator
• Cementing around pipes and inlets
• Communicating with the operator about the alignment of the pipe by using hand signals to ensure the proper depth
• Inspecting the pipe fittings to ensure it is defect free and clean
• Perform a variety of machine tasks such as tapping soil, jackhammering and assisting in the fusing of pipe.
• Work harmoniously, co-operatively and courteously with others at all times
• Perform miscellaneous other duties and responsibilities as required
• Loads, transports and unloads tools, equipment and supplies.
• Operates manual material handling equipment such as hand jacks and wheeled carts
• Assists in lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities with tools and equipment.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of sitework experience laying pipe on in a construction setting
• Follow specific directions
• Ability to work outside in the elements
• Perform a variety of duties which may change often
• Work within standards of accuracy
• Repeat tasks of short duration according to set procedures and evaluate information using measurable standards
• Stand or walk for long periods
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects
• Carry tools and equipment, stoop, kneel and crouch
• See and hear well (either naturally or with correction)
• Follow set procedures and standards.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid PTO, 401k with a company match, training, career planning, and more.

Core Values

• Work Safely: Safety is our Culture
• Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
• Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients
• Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust
• Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity) national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, women, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact [e-mail] or 412-471-4200 ext. 1032.

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As set forth in S&B USA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.