Underground Utility Pipelayer

K2 Construction; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

K2 Construction is seeking an Underground Utility Pipefitter to join its team in Lincoln, NE. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining underground utility systems, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This position requires skilled labor and offers competitive compensation along with generous benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Matching 401k

Qualifications

• Experience in construction and utility installation.
• Knowledge of pipe installation methods and safety standards.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and install underground pipelines for sewer and water.
• Lay out pipe routes according to specifications or blueprints.
• Align and position pipes for welding or sealing.

Skills

Pipe laying techniques

Blueprint reading

Welding

Troubleshooting

Job description

K2 Construction is driven to deliver the highest quality in the construction industry on every project, which is accomplished through its professional employees, dedicated staff and sincere commitment to safety and efficiency. We have an immediate opening for an Underground Utility Pipefitter.

Responsibilities:

Our Underground Utilities Pipefitters are responsible for preparing and installing underground pipelines, most frequently water lines, storm and sanitary sewer. Their duties also include general labor and cleanup and may extend beyond this job description. An Underground Utility Pipefitter for K2 performs skilled work to install, troubleshoot and maintain underground utility systems. These duties include:

• Install sanitary sewer, storm water sewer and consumable water structures and pipe systems.
• Lay out pipe routes, following specifications or blueprints and coordinating layouts with supervisor.
• Cut pipes to required lengths.
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction.
• Align and position pipes to prepare them for welding or sealing.
• Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers.
• Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using welding equipment, cement or glue.
• Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices.
• Cover pipes with earth or other materials.
• Grade and level trench bases, using tamping machines and hand tools.
• Intimate and working knowledge of industry standard hand signals.
• Train others in pipe-laying techniques.
• Other general labor and construction related duties as required.

Environmental Working Conditions

• All work is performed outside in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Exposure to all elements of nature
• Exposure to all types of terrain
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc.
• Work in close proximity to heavy traffic

Physical Requirements

• Standing
• Walking
• Climbing, stooping and bending
• Periodic lifting of 10 to 50 pounds

K2 Construction offers a competitive salary and generous benefits which include the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Matching 401k