Pipe Layer (Utilities)

Veit & Company, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Pay transparency

Job summary

Veit & Company, Inc is seeking a Utilities Pipelayer in the United States. The role involves physical labor at construction sites, using a variety of tools, and supporting excavation operations.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, construction experience, and safety certifications. The position demands strong communication skills and the ability to work under various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Six to twelve months of construction experience or equivalent.
• Ability to perform manual labor and follow safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Operate various construction tools and equipment.
• Prepare job sites and assist other workers.
• Ensure safety protocols and guidelines are followed.

Skills

Operating hand and power tools

Communicating with team

Reading construction drawings

Understanding safety guidelines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10 certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

Pipe laser

Transit (eye-level)

Job description

Job Overview

The utilities pipelayer is responsible for providing physical labor at construction project sites, operating a variety of hand and power tools, and supporting excavation and trenching operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and other tools.
• Clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support excavation sides, and remove rubble, debris, and waste materials.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.
• Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site, securing tools and equipment each day.
• Assist in identifying and ensuring underground and overhead utilities have been located/exposed prior to excavating.
• Review trenching requirements with the Superintendent and ensure required protection is available.
• Communicate with the project Foreman, Superintendent, General Superintendent, Safety Director, and management regarding concerns, actions, or hazards.
• Perform other projects or duties as assigned by management.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six to twelve months of construction experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• OSHA 10 certification, First Aid/CPR certification, and demonstrated knowledge of safety precautions.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings (plans/blueprints).
• Ability to read and comprehend grade stakes and calculate grades.
• Experience setting up and utilizing a pipe laser.
• Experience using an eye‑level (transit).
• Knowledge of working with equipment, materials, and supplies on a construction site.
• Ability to follow proper use and safety guidelines at all times.
• Ability to view and understand the company’s safety training video.
• Willingness and ability to perform manual labor.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with coworkers, vendors, and business associates.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug test.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Union affiliation or willingness to join the union.
• Flexible to work 8–10 hour days, occasional weekends, and occasional travel.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Require manual work and periods of extensive physical exertion.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions (rain, snow, wind, cold, heat).
• Must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Work may involve sitting, standing, walking, bending knees, stretching arms, stooping, kneeling, talking, and hearing.

Benefits

• Hourly rate varies by location, skills, and experience.
• For Union craft workers: 401(k), Employee Assistance Program.
• Union and prevailing wage roles may have additional benefits under collective bargaining agreements.
• Pay transparency and compliance with E‑Verify are maintained.

EEO Statement

Veit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities or for pregnancy and childbirth. To request a reasonable accommodation or report discrimination, contact Human Resources.