Pipe & Utilities Installer: Steady Hours & Benefits

Sunrock; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay based on skill

Paid weekly

2 weeks PTO

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Sunrock, based in Durham, NC, is seeking an experienced Pipe Layer to install ductile iron, RCP, storm drain, water, and sanitary sewer lines for heavy civil construction projects. The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years of experience and can safely install pipe to line and grade.

Responsibilities include coordinating with excavators and backhoes, reading grade stakes, and maintaining a safe work environment. Competitive pay and benefits offered; must live within ~60 miles of Durham.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience installing underground utilities or related pipe systems.
• Experience working around heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, backhoes).
• Ability to read grade stakes, follow line and grade, and use pipe lasers.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to commute within 60 miles of Durham, NC.
• Physically able to work outdoors year-round and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install water, sewer, and storm drainage systems (ductile iron, RCP, PVC, HDPE).
• Set up and align pipe to proper grade using lasers or hand levels.
• Work alongside excavator, backhoe, and dozer operators during trenching and backfill operations.
• Assist with grading, trench preparation, and bedding installation.
• Ensure safety protocols and trench protection requirements are followed at all times.
• Operate or assist with heavy equipment as needed (dozer, backhoe, excavator).
• Maintain tools, materials, and jobsite cleanliness.
• Communicate effectively with crew leaders, equipment operators, and foremen.

Skills

Pipe installation

Heavy equipment operation

Reading grade stakes

Tools

Pipe lasers

Job description

Sunrock, based in Durham, NC, is seeking an experienced Pipe Layer to install ductile iron, RCP, storm drain, water, and sanitary sewer lines for heavy civil construction projects. The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years of experience and can safely install pipe to line and grade.

Responsibilities include coordinating with excavators and backhoes, reading grade stakes, and maintaining a safe work environment. Competitive pay and benefits offered; must live within ~60 miles of Durham.