Pipelayer: High Pay, Medical, 401(k) & PTO

Kids for the Future; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 39,950 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision options

Flexible PTO

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Tapani is seeking a pipelayer for storm drains, sanitary sewers, waterlines, and related systems in Oregon. You will inspect trenches, guide installation, and ensure alignment and grade with lasers or levels to meet specifications.

The role supports the Foreman and emphasizes safety and efficiency on the job site. Must have 6 months to 2 years of pipelaying experience, High School diploma, and ability to lift 50–100 lbs.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 2 years of pipelaying experience preferred.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Willing to work nights and weekends.
• Willingness to travel out of town.
• Ability to lift 50-100 lbs on a consistent basis.
• Excellent communication with co-workers and supervisors.
• Confined Space, Rigging and Signaling, and Flagging certifications are preferred.
• Generally installs waterline, shallow storm, and sewer runs, and related structures.

Responsibilities

• Oversees installation of water, sanitary, storm pipe systems, and related structures.
• Assist with locating utilities by potholing via shoveling or vac truck.
• Ensure trenches are dug to the correct grade by guiding operators and using lasers/levels.
• Develop knowledge of equipment setup for lasers, transits, grade rods, and line levels.
• Read survey stakes for cuts, fills, and elevations.
• Ensure subsoil is compacted to prevent sags or settlements under pipe.
• Ensure pipe is laid to exact grades using laser and levels.
• Measure and cut pipes to correct lengths and use appropriate tools.
• Inspect, clean, align, and install joints and fittings per specifications.
• Make taps or drill holes for auxiliary lines as needed.
• Compact bedding around pipe to avoid ovaling; use chinking if needed.
• Communicate with tophand to relay information to operators.
• Provide enough cover over laid pipe before compaction equipment operates.
• Promote a safe work environment and follow safety policies.
• Maintain physical capability for heavy labor and repetitive motions.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Confined Space Certification

Rigging and Signaling Certification

Flagging Certification

Job description

Tapani is seeking a pipelayer for storm drains, sanitary sewers, waterlines, and related systems in Oregon. You will inspect trenches, guide installation, and ensure alignment and grade with lasers or levels to meet specifications.

The role supports the Foreman and emphasizes safety and efficiency on the job site. Must have 6 months to 2 years of pipelaying experience, High School diploma, and ability to lift 50–100 lbs.