Pipe Layer - Fluvanna County, VA

Management Services Corporation; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Vision andDental

401K with 4% company match

Accrue 80 hours PTO

Job summary

Caton Construction Group, a Caton Companies entity, is seeking an experienced Pipe Layer for a roadway construction project in Fluvanna County, Virginia. Starting pay is negotiable and based on skills and experience.

Responsibilities include assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems, ensuring ground is prepped, trenches are dug, and pipes are aligned and joints sealed. 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. schedule, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains.
• Ability to align pipes and seal joints with cement or glue.

Responsibilities

• Align pipes in pipeline sections.
• Dig trenches with trenching tools.
• Slide pipe into trenches.
• Tell tractor driver where to move pipe in preparation for welding.
• Insert spaces between pipes.
• Pull out defective or misaligned pipes.
• Correct alignments with sledgehammers.
• Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains.
• Grade trenches or culverts.
• Seal joints using glue or welding equipment.

Skills

Pipe laying

Trenching

Welding

Pipe alignment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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4 days ago Requisition ID: 2149

Salary Range: $24.00 To $31.00 Hourly

Caton Construction Group, one of the Caton Companies, is growing! Our family owned company is seeking an experienced Pipe Layer for our roadway construction project in Fluvanna County, Virginia.

STARTING PAY is negotiable and based on skills and experience.

Summary/Objective

Responsible for assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes. Aligns pipes and seals joints together with cement or glue. Responsible for the lay out, assembly and installation of large drain pipe including: Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP), Reinforced Concrete Box (RCB), and Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP) on company projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Align pipes in pipeline sections.


• Dig trenches with trenching tools.


• Slide pipe into trenches.


• Tell tractor driver where to move pipe in preparation for welding.


• Insert spaces in between pipes.


• Pull out defective or misaligned pipes.


• Correct alignments with sledgehammers.


• Inspect places where pipes are fitted together to ensure pipes are spaced out properly and according to specifications.


• Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains.


• Grade trenches or culverts.


• Seal joints.


• Use glue or welding equipment to ensure pipes are tightly fitted.


• Ensure pipes are fitted and aligned using grade rods or transit levels.


• Cover pipes with dirt or other material.


• Drill holes into pipes for auxiliary lines.


• Perform continual maintenance on pipes and replace those needing repair.


• Utilize magnetic or radio indicators.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Normal work hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with time provided for lunch, hours may vary.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance


• 401K Program with 4% company match


• Accrue 80 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) the first year

Why you should apply:

• Excellent working environment


• Working for a company that cares about your success


• Working for a growing company

Employment is conditional on satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements including background and drug screen. Starting salary depends upon prior work skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.