Wet Utility Pipelayer (Travel)

orionexternalcareers; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion External Careers is hiring a Wet Utility Pipelayer to install underground water mains, sanitary sewers and storm drains. You will lay out, cut, bevel, align, and join pipe according to plans and grade stakes, while collaborating with equipment operators and maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 3+ years in wet utility work, ability to work long shifts (8–12 hours), and strong teamwork with attention to quality and integrity. Training on safety and procedures is provided.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in wet utility or underground pipe installation.
• Knowledge of water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems preferred.
• Able to read blueprints, plans, and grade stakes.
• Knowledge of trenching, shoring, and excavation safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lay out and install underground pipe per blueprints and grade stakes.
• Cut pipe to length and bevel edges as needed.
• Align and position pipe for proper fit and grade.
• Install and seal joints using appropriate methods.
• Connect pipe sections using clamps, screws, bolts, cement, or welding.
• Assist with manholes, inlets, valves, fittings and related structures.
• Work with equipment operators during excavation and backfilling.
• Check slopes, elevations, and pipe grades to project specs.
• Use hand tools, lasers, and levels for accuracy.
• Maintain trench safety and OSHA compliance.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by Foreman/Superintendent.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Trench safety knowledge

Clear communication

Tools

Laser levels

Hand tools

PPE/compliance tools

Job description

This position is accountable for installing underground wet utility systems including water mains, sanitary sewers, and storm drainage systems. Work includes measuring, cutting, and laying pipe, connecting joints, aligning and leveling pipe to grade specifications, and ensuring proper bedding, backfilling, and compaction. The Wet Utility Pipelayer is also responsible for assisting equipment operators, maintaining a safe trench environment, and ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards.

The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work different shifts and long hours (8-12 hours). Weekend work and extra hours occur according to production needs and at the discretion of the Crew Supervisor.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of the Company, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork (each of equal weight and importance) but, most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lays out and installs underground pipe according to blueprints, plans, and grade stakes.
• Cuts pipe to required lengths and bevels edges when necessary.
• Aligns and positions pipe to ensure proper fit, jointing, and grade.
• Installs and seals joints with gaskets, glue, or other approved methods.
• Connects pipe sections using clamps, screws, bolts, cement, or welding equipment as required.
• Assists with installation of manholes, inlets, valves, fittings, and related structures.
• Works closely with equipment operators during excavation and backfilling activities.
• Checks slopes, elevations, and pipe grades to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Uses hand tools, lasers, and levels to ensure accuracy of pipe alignment and grade.
• Monitors trench safety and ensures compliance with OSHA excavation standards.
• Assists in general labor duties as assigned by the Foreman or Superintendent.
• Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long lasting use.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any other incumbents encountered.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of 3+of experience in wet utility or underground pipe installation is required. Knowledge of water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems is strongly preferred. In addition, the incumbent must:

• Be able to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and grade stakes.
• Be knowledgeable of trenching, shoring, and excavation safety standards.
• Be able to lift, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and perform other physical activities as needed.
• Work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with supervisors and crew members.
• Be able to lift, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and other similar activities as needed.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency arise.

In addition, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.