Pipe Layer

Blythe Development Co; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and |p|

Job summary

Blythe Development Co is seeking a Pipe Layer to install and connect underground utility pipes on active civil construction sites in the West Columbia, SC area. The role collaborates with heavy equipment operators to maintain line, grade, depth and trench safety while supporting project workflows and on-site execution.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of pipe laying experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing schedules and locations on diverse infrastructure

Qualifications

• Ideal: two or more years of pipe layer experience.
• Ability to work safely around trenches, underground utilities, and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install pipe for storm drainage, sanitary sewer, drains, and water mains.
• Configure pipe routes and align pipeline sections.
• Set lasers at the proper grade for each task.
• Verify pipe is installed at the correct line, grade, and depth.
• Assist heavy equipment operators in achieving the proper excavation depth.
• Fit and align pipe correctly to help prevent leaks.
• Ensure pipe is properly backfilled and chocked.
• Confirm trenches have required safety equipment in place in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Adapt to changes in schedules, project locations, and shift times.

Skills

Pipe layer experience

Safety awareness

Job description

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site development, road construction, and golf course construction across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We are 100% employee-owned.

Founded in 1989 by Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe, Blythe Development performs clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base, and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides our asphalt services. With more than 900 employees, we self-perform 80% of site groundwork, giving us greater control over safety, quality, schedules, and costs.

Job Overview

The Pipe Layer installs and connects underground utility pipe systems for storm drainage, sanitary sewer, drains, and water mains on active civil construction jobsites. This role works with heavy equipment operators to maintain proper line, grade, depth, alignment, and trench safety. Additional duties may be assigned as project workflow requires.

What You'll Do

• Install pipe for storm drainage, sanitary sewer, drains, and water mains.
• Configure pipe routes and align pipeline sections.
• Set lasers at the proper grade for each task.
• Verify pipe is installed at the correct line, grade, and depth.
• Assist heavy equipment operators in achieving the proper excavation depth.
• Fit and align pipe correctly to help prevent leaks.
• Ensure pipe is properly backfilled and chocked.
• Confirm trenches have required safety equipment in place in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Adapt to changes in schedules, project locations, and shift times.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry 50+ pounds.
• Two or more years of pipe layer experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely around trenches, underground utilities, and heavy equipment.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance programs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace