Pipe Layer -Civil Underground Wet Utilities-Water, Sewer & Storm

PURIS; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Company paid life insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

PURIS in Texas is seeking a field technician to assist in locating, inspecting, and cleaning sewer and stormwater lines as part of rehabilitation projects. You will work with supervisors to ensure efficient project execution and comply with safety standards.

You will also drive, set up, and assist with job-site activities, lifting 50+ lbs and traveling as needed. This role requires outdoor work, physical stamina, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Experience in physical labor outdoors and construction environments.
• Pipe laying experience for underground water utilities is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and handle heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work with supervisors on water and sewer rehabilitation projects.
• Direct equipment alignment, movement, and adjustments.
• Assist in setup and cleanup, including lifting 50+ lbs.
• Review permits and installation videos.
• Enter manholes and confined spaces when required.
• Haul equipment and crew, and drive vehicles.
• Submit maintenance and work orders as needed.
• Maintain safety and report hazards to supervisor.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About PURIS PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 900+ employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project.

About PURIS PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 900+ employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project.

Job Summary Description

This position is responsible for working effectively with supervisors and peers in locating, investigating, and cleaning for the successful rehabilitation and repair of various sewer and stormwater lines.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Work successfully with supervisors and peers on various water and sewer rehabilitation and repair projects.
• Direct equipment with alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to location needs.
• Assist in initial setup and cleanup of job sites, including lifting, carrying, and pulling items 50+lbs in weight.
• Review entry and work permits; and assists in the review of pre and post-installation videos.
• Enter manhole/confined space.
• Perform job site setup and cleanup.
• Haul equipment and crew members by driving various vehicles.
• Complete driver's daily record of duty.
• Submit work orders for vehicle and equipment maintenance, as needed.
• Continuously monitor for Safety hazards, and report any safety issues to the supervisor
• Other tasks, as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalency.

Experience

• Experience working in a physical labor position with outdoor construction required
• Pipe Laying experience is required. This is for underground water utilities.
• Must know how to measure, cut, and join pipe for new water and hydrant lines.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Safety Certifications for Confined Space, Competent Person, 10 and/or 30 hour OSHA, as well as those related to traffic control, as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must successfully pass a drug test, as well as driver's license check for past 2 years without any suspensions or major traffic violations.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and haul up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to travel is required, as much as 90% if needed.
• Must be able to effectively work in confined spaces.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands. The employee occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Team player
• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ability and willingness to abid[e] PURIS's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled.