Underground Pipe Layer-Puerto Rico

RQ Construction LLC; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RQ Construction LLC is seeking an Underground Pipe Layer to join our Field Operations team in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The role involves laying pipes for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety regulations. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in the underground utility industry and relevant safety certifications. Join us to contribute to quality construction projects while promoting safety and collaboration on the job site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred one to two years of field or trade work experience in underground utility.
• Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30-hour are required or can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Dig, grade, and level trenches using hand tools or mechanical equipment.
• Connect pipe pieces using welding equipment, cement, or glue.
• Install and repair sanitary and stormwater sewer structures.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Promote safety practices on-site and coordinate workflow.

Skills

Underground utility experience

CPR and First Aid certified

Safety enforcement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Lasers

Grade rods

Transit levels

Job description

Since 1996, RQ Construction, LLC has been a leading force in Southern California's commercial and governmental Design-Build market. With projects spanning from coast to coast—and internationally at locations such as U.S. Naval Base Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and Puerto Rico—we deliver full-service project management across the United States. Our field operations teams work on-site to execute fast-track, high-quality construction specializing in new commercial builds with a strong emphasis on Department of Defense projects.

We are currently seeking an Underground Pipe Layer to join our Field Operations team for construction projects in the Aguadilla, Puerto Rico area. This position is responsible for lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints on a project jobsite to safely produce quality work, within project requirements, targeted budget, schedule, and in alignment with RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dig, grade, and level trenches to required depths using hand tools or mechanical equipment, ensuring proper slope conformance throughout.
• Cut, align, position, and connect pipe pieces using welding equipment, cement, or glue, then cover and seal completed pipe runs.
• Install and repair sanitary and stormwater sewer structures, utilizing instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure that all work meets project specifications, schedule requirements, and quality standards.
• Promote and enforce safety practices on-site, in accordance with company requirements and regulatory agencies.
• Support scheduling, workflow planning, and material coordination to maintain productivity.
• Collaborate with project managers and field leaders to resolve challenges and keep the work moving forward.
• Use the appropriate equipment and tools, ensuring their safe and proper operation.

Education & Experience:

• A high school diploma or GED is the minimum formal education required for this position.
• One to two years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience in the underground utility industry highly desirable; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred. Work in the design-build industry is preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30-hour Certifications, EM-385, and STS required; training can be provided.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.