Pipe Layer / Construction Crew in Greeley

Energy Jobline ZR; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Weld County Water District in Colorado is seeking a motivated team member to support field crews, install waterlines, meters, and appurtenances. The role emphasizes safety, problem solving, and strong communication in both spoken and written English.

You will assist with leak repairs, potholing, reclamation efforts, and customer service while operating heavy equipment and performing skilled excavation. A CDL and background screening may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience with heavy equipment and construction processes preferred.
• Must pass background and drug screening and have valid CDL if applicable.
• Ability to work closely with field crews and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of waterlines, meters and appurtenances.
• Assist with leak repair, potholing and related field activities.
• Contribute to reclamation and customer service consistently.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform skilled excavation and transport equipment; maintain gear.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Construction equipment

Office equipment (computer, fax, copier)

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

North Weld County Water District is looking for an individual who is an energetic and positive team player with a willing attitude. Must be an individual who possesses a desire to be knowledgeable and is resourceful, organized, efficient, and detail oriented. Communication is a very important aspect of this position, the individual must be able to listen, comprehend, and explain. Customer service is a top District priority and the individual must be observant with the ability to analyze situations, identify problems, and offer solutions based on strong reasoning, judgment, and problem solving skills.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Willingness to assist with installation of waterlines, meters, and appurtenances.
• Willingness to assist with leak repair and potholing activities.
• Willingness to actively contribute to reclamation and customer service at all times during the job.
• Perform highly skilled duties in the operation of a variety of heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform skilled excavation and equipment transportation.
• Perform maintenance and upkeep of equipment.

Desired Outcomes:

• Provide effective assistance to field crew by providing expedient and correct solutions.
• Cooperative team member working towards shared goals of the field crew.
• Willingness to learn and assist in all aspects of field work, maintenance and shop work.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

1. Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire.
2. Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
3. that applicant have two (2) years direct experience in a construction or pipe laying position.
4. Must possess prior to employment, a valid Colorado driver’s license (CDL ) and reliable transportation. Pay incentive with current and valid CDL
5. Must successfully pass a criminal and driving background check and drug screen.
6. Must be able to furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
7. Must possess the ability to effectively communicate the English both verbally and in writing.
8. Must possess working knowledge of construction, equipment, maintenance and safety procedures.
9. Must be familiar in the operation of standard office equipment such as a computer, fax machine, copier, printer, and telephone.
10. Must possess strong grammar and math skills.
11. Must possess the flexibility to consistently prioritize changing needs and multiple tasks.
12. Must be willing to obtain knowledge and understanding of the District and water distribution operations.
13. Must be able to exercise independent judgement, not be reluctant to ask questions or question “why”, and perform tasks with minimal supervision.
14. Must be able to work well with others, have an ability to multi-task, possess flexibility and a good attitude, and function as a member of a team.
15. Must have extensive knowledge of techniques and procedures used in construction, maintenance, repairs of water infrastructure within a distribution system. Heavy equipment operation experience desired

Physical Demands:

1. Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending of the specific needs of the day. Estimate 90% of time is spent standing outside and 10% of time is spent in the office or shop.
2. Constant need to perform the following physical activities: bend/stoop/squat, climb, dig, push or pull, reach above shoulders.
3. Lifting/carrying approximately 50 pounds frequently.
4. Vision requirements: constant need to read manuals, reports, contracts, complete forms and view computer screen.
5. Hearing requirements: constant need to communicate in person.

Work Environment:

1. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the individual regularly works in an outdoor environment and does work near moving mechanical parts. Nature of the work means that individual may have to work while wet in an outdoor environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Some overtime and/or irregular hours may be required
3. Other physical demands may be added based on location or change job or equipment type. Employees must accept the location, subject to change, of the contractor or new location and not a different job.
4. Working schedule may begin after 9:00 AM for some employees. Some employees might work night shifts or have irregular shift changes in which the workers have earlier, later, or irregular start times.
5. Work shift hour: Generally 8 hours, including 7.5… however overtime or hours may added.

Company Description

The North Weld County Water District is a Colorado Special District located in Lucerne, Colorado. We provide both potable and non-potable water to a geographic area of approximately 325 square miles and serve approximately 6,700 customers.