Underground Pipelayer Helper - Sparks, NV

Sundt Construction; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive salary (paid weekly

Bonus eligibility based on performance

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Sundt Construction is seeking a helper for underground utilities in the Sparks, NV area. Prefer 6 months to 1 year of experience; heavy civil or pipeline experience preferred. Pay is $35/hr depending on experience; $120 per diem for qualified candidates over 90 miles; work schedule is 50 hours per week; project duration is about 1 year.

Assist skilled craft workers and learn safety practices; must pass a pre-employment drug test and be available for overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• NCCER Core Curriculum and/or a High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in industrial/construction (1–3+ years) preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and be available for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic arithmetic operations accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, transport, and excess material handling.
• Ask a supervisor before continuing if unsure about any aspect of the work or safety issues.
• Identify and learn safety hazards related to the work.
• Learn to safely use or operate tools and equipment related to the job.
• Seek opportunities for improvement in tasks, methods, and processes.
• Maintain positive relationships within the crew.
• Produce high-quality work safely and efficiently at all times.
• Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, and information are available for work.

Skills

Math skills

Safety awareness

Verbal/written communication

Education

NCCER Core Curriculum

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Prefer 6 months to 1 year experience, helper for underground utility. Sewer systems, storm drains, water lines; heavy civil or pipeline experience preferred; must pass pre-employment drug test and must be available for overtime as needed; Pay is $35/hr depending on experience; $120 days worked per diem for qualified candidates over 90 miles; work schedule is 50 hours per week, and anticipated project duration is approximately 1 year.

Job Summary

Assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Must have the ability to take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman.

Key Responsibilities

• Effective Math skills - add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Eliminate WASTE such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time.
• If unsure about any aspect of the work or issues regarding safe practices ask a supervisor before continuing.
• Learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work.
• Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment.
• Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
• Produce high quality work, safely and productively at all times.
• Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work.

Minimum Job Requirements

• NCCER Core Curriculum and /or a High School diploma or equivalent is also preferred.
• One year experience (level I), two years' experience (level II) and three plus years' experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry is preferred.
• Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
• Move in and around confined, cluttered and uneven areas.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50 Ibs. on an occasional basis
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefit list

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program