Pipe Layer/ Laborer

CRH; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, disability benefits

Retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture and growth

Job summary

Reynolds Excavation, Demolition & Utilities, a CRH Company, is seeking workers for construction duties supporting highway, utility, and grading projects. Responsibilities include locating buried lines before digging, operating equipment, and building pipe assemblies with attention to safety and quality.

Travel between job sites is common, with opportunities to work on various on-site plants. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety protocols, with potential for career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment safely.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Shovel earth to prepare ground trenches for pipes.
• May dig up existing ground pipes and other debris with manual tools as needed.
• Attach pipes to chains/guide wires and set up trench boxes.
• Perform job site clean-up and safety barricading.
• Travel to and work at various locations.
• Routinely assist other crew members and operate heavy equipment as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Reynolds Excavation, Demolition & Utilities is a CRH Company committed to safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We provide high‑quality construction services and support for highway, utility, and grading projects.

Position Overview

Position is responsible for safely performing a variety of construction duties to assist highway, utility, and grade crews, or at various on‑site plant locations. Work is performed per the supervisor’s instruction with minimal direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Shovel earth/dirt to prepare ground trenches for pipes.
• May dig up existing ground pipes and other debris with manual tools as needed.
• Guide pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipes attached with chains/guide wires.
• Attach trench box to chains/guide wires so it can be lowered or lifted by the equipment operator.
• Attach pipes to chains/guide wires.
• Cut pipe and connect pipe using misc. tools, lubricants, glue/grout.
• Build couplings, connectors, and mechanical joints using parts and tools.
• Set up and move laser level/tripod and pipe lasers.
• Perform job site clean‑up.
• Fence off job site areas for safety purposes. Set up barricades and safety cones.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines cleaned and maintained.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
• Keep time and material records.
• Travel to and from various locations.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• May operate heavy equipment to include front end loader, excavator, backhoe, or other equipment as needed.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondences and memos.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• Knowledge of inventory and order processing systems; uses job specific computer system for ticketing and two‑way radio for communications.
• May be subject to drug testing, and physical agility testing.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• 1 year of experience working on excavation sites and experience laying water, sewer & storm drain preferred.
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; responds promptly to employee needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.

Physical Requirements

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reynolds Excavation, Demolition & Utilities, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

Disclaimer

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all‑inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.