Pipe Layer VI

Enbridge; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking a Regular-Full time employee in the Durham, NC area to construct, maintain, and operate the natural gas distribution system. The role includes installing gas pipe, locating utilities, testing lines, and responding to emergencies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 6–12 months of construction/utility experience, and a valid driver's license; CDL is strongly preferred or obtainable within 12 months. Safety training and on-call work are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6–12 months construction/utility experience recommended.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• CDL preferred or ability to obtain CDL within 12 months.
• Follow safety policies and wear SCBA as required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel and be on-call for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Install natural gas pipe in ditches.
• Manually dig around utilities.
• Pressure test steel and plastic natural gas lines.
• Repair third-party damage and gas leaks.
• Locate natural gas lines and facilities.
• Perform pipe maintenance activities.
• Install test charts.
• Set up DOT-approved work sites.
• Flag traffic safely.
• Safely drive company vehicle.
• Meet Operator Qualifications annually (written and hands-on).

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication skills

On-call readiness

Heavy lifting

Driving safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Employee Type

Regular-Full time

Union/Non

This is a unionized position

This position is responsible for construction, maintenance, and operation of the Company’s natural gas distribution system.

What You Will Do:

• Install natural gas pipe in ditches
• Manually dig around various utilities
• Pressure test steel and plastic natural gas lines
• Participate in the repair of third-party damage to natural gas lines and various types of gas leaks
• Perform location of natural gas lines and facilities
• Complete pipe maintenance activities
• Install test charts
• Set up common Department of Transportation approved work sites
• Effectively flag traffic
• Safely drive a company vehicle
• Operator Qualifications involve written guidelines and requirements natural gas employees must follow to ensure the safe and responsible operation of natural gas pipelines. Required, annual Operator Qualification testing involves both written and hands-on components to ensure those who perform covered, safety-sensitive tasks on the natural gas system are trained, knowledgeable, and qualified.

Who You Are:

Required:

• Completed high school or GED.
• At least 6 - 12 months related construction and/or utility experience.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a safe driving history.
• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (strongly preferred) OR able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to understand and follow safety and environmental policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ability to don and be annually fit tested for self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment.
• Knowledge and skill with common hand and power tools (i.e. shovel, screwdriver, pipe wrench, drill, reciprocating saw, etc.).
• Ability to adhere to safe working and defensive driving procedures.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for positive customer and contractor interactions are critical.
• Ability to work as a team member within a diverse team.
• Basic computer and internet navigation skills.
• Availability for overtime, as needed.
• Availability for natural gas emergency response during the workday, as well as in the evenings and some weekends, when on-call.
• Must be willing and able to meet a 45-minute emergency response time from the geographical center of the assigned area. Emergency response time is a critical measure for the Company and candidates are required to consistently meet this requirement, including when on-call.
• Heavy lifting independently up to 80 lbs.

Preferred

• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Flagger experience and/or certification.
• Bilingual (Spanish) candidates.

Working Conditions:

• ICW Union position
• This position typically works within a crew structure.
• Work is performed primarily outside in varying weather conditions (i.e. cold, heat, rain, etc.).
• Heat/Cold – 75% - 100%
• Position requires travel throughout the service territory with safe parking in a wide variety of situations and driving in construction zones.
• Position may encounter agitated/upset customers.

Physical Requirements (Include but are not limited to):

Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both field & office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

At this time, Enbridge cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Artificial Intelligence language to be included on all postings

• Enbridge is committed to using AI responsibly. AI may assist with certain recruiting activities, but it is not used to make employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by people.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to bean Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com