Underground Utility Pipelayer I – Entry Level

City-of-Kingsport,-T; Green Acres (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kingsport seeks a motivated worker for installation, maintenance, and repair of underground water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. This is a temporary-to-hire role with potential for permanent placement through the City after a 3-month period with the staffing agency.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment, following safety rules, performing manual labor, and assisting in training new staff. Valid CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid State of Tennessee or Virginia CDL – Learner’s Permit within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Set up, maintain, and operate traffic control for work zones.
• Operate vehicles and small equipment such as mowers, tractors, and trenchers.
• Install and maintain pressurized and gravity pipes in trench excavations.
• Perform work in confined spaces and assist with training other employees.
• Follow safety regulations and complete pre-trip inspections.
• Maintain records of tasks performed and inspections.

Skills

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Manual labor

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pipe tapping equipment

Traffic control equipment

Job description

The City of Kingsport seeks a motivated worker for installation, maintenance, and repair of underground water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. This is a temporary-to-hire role with potential for permanent placement through the City after a 3-month period with the staffing agency.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment, following safety rules, performing manual labor, and assisting in training new staff. Valid CDL preferred.