Pipelayers Needed

Francis O Day Co., Inc; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Health, Dental, and V

Sign-on and referral bonuses

401k with company contribution

Overtime opportunities

Paid holidays

Safety Boot Program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Sick Leave 56 hours after 90 days

Vacation time after 1 year

Job summary

Francis O Day Co., Inc. is seeking experienced Pipe Layers for.Hourly skilled craft work in Northern Maryland and Northern Virginia. The role involves assembling and constructing pipe systems for storm sewers, drains, and water mains, with duties including layout, cutting, alignment, and trench grading.

This is a seasonal, full-time hourly position with competitive pay and opportunities for overtime. Base pay is $21.00 per hour, with safety-focused operations across outdoor construction

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid United States Driver's License.
• 2 years of experience preferred with water, sewer, storm drain, and sediment control installation.

Responsibilities

• Install water, sewer, drain structures and associated pipe.
• Layout pipe routes according to specifications or blueprints.
• Cut pipes to required lengths and align them during construction.
• Connect pipe pieces and seal joints; use pipe laser to verify alignment.
• Grade and level trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
• Train others in pipe-laying techniques.
• Adhere to trench safety requirements and project safety standards.

Skills

Pipe laying

Driver's license

Communication

Work directions understanding

Blueprint reading

Tools

Pipe laser

Laser level

Tamping machine

Cut-off saw

Job description

Job Posting: Pipe Layer

Location: Northern Maryland and Northern Virginia
Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal (March - December)
Company: Francis O. Day Co., Inc.

Company Address: 850 East Gude Dr. Suite A, Rockville, MD 20850

Company Phone Number: [phone] x110

Position: Pipe Layer
Base Pay: $21.00 per hour

Job Overview:

Francis O Day Co., Inc., a leading paving and excavation company that operates in Maryland and Virginia, is seeking experienced Pipe Layers to join our team.

This is an hourly skilled craft position that performs construction projects and is responsible for assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains along with all associated excavation and backfill. This position supports excavation and grading operations by accurately placing pipe, fittings, and related materials according to project plans, grade specifications, and safety standards.

Requirements:

• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Valid United States Driver's License.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have reliable transportation
• 2 years of experience preferred with water, sewer, storm drain, and sediment control installation.

Job Duties:

• Install water, sewer, drain structures, and associated pipe.
• Layout pipe routes, following specifications or blueprints, and coordinating layouts with field layout.
• Cut pipes to required lengths.
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction.
• Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers.
• Connect pipe pieces and seal joints.
• Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices.
• Grade and level trench bases, using tamping machines and hand tools.
• Train others in pipe-laying techniques.
• Other general labor and construction related duties as required.
• Understands trench safety requirements, soil types and use of protective systems.
• Regularly uses a shovel, digging iron, cut-off saw and tamper.
• Maintains depth by checking the laser beam or grade stakes and communicating with the operator.
• Sets up the pipe laser and periodically ensures that trenches are at the proper grade by frequently checking the pipe laser or grade stakes.
• Communicates with the operator about the alignment of the pipe by using hand signals to ensure the proper depth.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 lbs.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Ability to use required technology (machine controls, sensors).

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Paid holidays and Safety Boot Program
• Health benefits (Health, Dental, and Vision)
• Sign-on and referral bonuses
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401k with company contribution.
• Opportunity for overtime
• 56 hours of Paid Sick & Safe Leave after 90 days.
• 1 week of vacation time after 1 year of service.

About F.O. Day Company:

For over 80 years, family-owned Francis O Day Co., inc. has developed into an award-winning construction company by building close relationships with our extended family of valued clients, trusted employees, and dedicated subcontractors & suppliers. Francis O Day Co., Inc. headquarters supports its regional offices and four asphalt production facilities. Led by management in these facilities our employees focus on safety, quality, and performance supported by state-of-the-art technology and equipment.

Francis O Day Co., inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, gender, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment with F.O. Day Company, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring decisions, assignment, advancement, compensation, benefits, retention, and termination.