Underground Pipe Loader Operator: Safe, Efficient Handling

Phillips, Inc.; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips, Inc. is seeking a Pipe Crew Loader Operator for underground utility projects in Orangeburg, SC. The role involves operating and maintaining a loader to support water, sewer, and drainage installations, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.

You will work closely with the pipe crew and foreman, handling materials, coordinating trenching support, and ensuring compliance with blueprints and design specs. This position requires reliability across varying weather and job sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Loader Operator in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining loaders for material handling and movement tasks.
• Knowledge of construction plans, blueprints, and underground utility installation techniques.
• Strong commitment to safety and strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a loader with precision, following project plans and specifications for material handling and movement.
• Strictly adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and your team, as well as compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Safely handle pipes, materials, and other equipment required for the project, loading and unloading with precision.
• Assist in trenching and excavation tasks, as needed, to prepare the work area for pipe installation.
• Ensure that material handling and loading work meets project standards, blueprints, and design specifications.
• Collaborate effectively with the pipe crew, Pipe Crew Foreman, and other team members to coordinate material handling activities and achieve project goals.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with team members and supervisors, reporting progress, challenges, and equipment issues as needed.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, including inspections, lubrication, and promptly reporting any equipment issues to the maintenance department.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily equipment inspection reports, work logs, and any required documentation.
• Identify and address operational challenges or issues that may arise during material handling and loading tasks.

Job description

Phillips, Inc. is seeking a Pipe Crew Loader Operator for underground utility projects in Orangeburg, SC. The role involves operating and maintaining a loader to support water, sewer, and drainage installations, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.

You will work closely with the pipe crew and foreman, handling materials, coordinating trenching support, and ensuring compliance with blueprints and design specs. This position requires reliability across varying weather and job sites.