Pipelayer

Garney Construction; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, &

Vision plans

Stock options

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Lump-sum HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee discount

Job summary

Garney Construction is seeking a Pipelayer to join our field crews. You will assemble, install and repair underground pipes and fittings for water, sewer, and drainage projects, including metal, PVC, ductile iron, and concrete pipe.

Two years of experience installing large diameter pipes is required. Travel and overtime are expected as part of our field operations; Garney provides comprehensive training, safety certifications, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience installing large diameter pipes for water, sewer, storm drain.
• Must be willing to complete Garney trainings and certifications such as Rigging and Signaling, Confined Space Training, and OSHA 10 hour.
• Must be willing to travel and work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the area by directing trenching and grading.
• Perform functions of a Laborer as required.
• Assist equipment Operators in placement of pipe.
• Direct equipment Operators with hand signals.
• Backfill around pipe using hand tools.
• Set up and work with pipe lasers and transits.
• Locate and mark the position of pipe and fittings in an underground trench.
• Join pipes with screws, bolts, fittings, solder, and solvent cement.
• Test pipes for leakage and measure/cut pipe.
• Promote Garney goals and philosophies.

Skills

Pipe installation

Trenching and grading

Directing equipment operators

Reading pipe layouts

Education

Rigging and Signaling Certification

Confined Space Training Certification

OSHA 10 hour

Tools

Pipe lasers and transits

Job description

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A Pipelayer position is available at Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous experience with pipe laying. As a Pipelayer , you will assemble, install and repair underground pipes and fittings. This includes, but not limited to, metallic and plastic pipe, ductile iron pipe, steel pipe and concrete pipe for water, sewer and drain work.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Prepare the area in which pipe will lay by directing trenching and grading
• Perform functions of a Laborer as required
• Assist equipment Operators in the placement of pipe
• Direct equipment Operators with hand signals
• Backfill around pipe using hand tools
• Set-up and work with pipe lasers and transits
• Locate and mark the correct position of pipe and fittings in an underground trench
• Assemble and install valves, fitting and pipe composed of metal, PVC, ductile and concrete
• Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, and plastic solvent cement
• Test pipes for leakage. Measures and cuts pipe
• Promote Garney Goals and Philosophies

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Two years of experience installing large diameter pipes for water, sewer, storm drain
• Must be willing to complete trainings and certifications provide by Garney, such as Rigging and Signaling Certification, Confined Space Training Certification , and OSHA 10 hour
• Must be willing to travel and work overtime

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace. You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.

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