Pipe Layer

Division/Department: Construction
Reports to: Leadman/Foreman/Superintendent Job Code:
Job Classification: Hourly
Updated: 1-13-2020

Brad Cole Construction Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.

BASIC FUNCTION

Responsible for assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for storm or HDPE, sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes. Aligns pipes and seals joints together.

Primary responsibilities:

• Configure pipe routes.
• Align pipes in pipeline sections.
• Dig trenches with trenching tools.
• Slide pipe into trenches.
• Instruct operator where to move pipe in preparation for welding.
• Insert spaces in between pipes.
• Pull out defective or misaligned pipes.
• Correct alignments with sledgehammers.
• Inspect places where pipes are fitted together to ensure pipes are spaced out properly

  and according to specifications.

• Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains.
• Grade trenches or culverts.
• Seal joints.
• Use glue or welding equipment to ensure pipes are tightly fitted.
• Ensure pipes are fitted and aligned using grade rods or transit levels.
• Cover pipes with dirt or other material.
• Drill holes into pipes for auxiliary lines.
• Perform continual maintenance on pipes and replace those needing repair.
• Utilize magnetic or radio indicators.

  RESPONSIBILITIES & GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

  • Adhere to corporate safety policies and procedures at all times.
  • Operate equipment in a safe manner in order to minimize the risk of injury and property

    damage.

  • Wear all company required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Wear seatbelts in all pieces of equipment at all times with no exceptions.
  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by supervisor

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• This position requires working in the internal and external environment.
• This position requires a flexible work schedule; night and/or weekends may be required.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Must successfully pass written test on equipment and functionality and competency tests
  • Must be able to wear mandatory Personal Protective Equipment including at a minimum: steel toed boots (employee responsible), safety vest, hard hat, eye protection, and hearing protection.
  • Must possess knowledge of equipment and workplace safety.
  • Must demonstrate skills in communications and teamwork.
  • Must be able to lift, pull and manage heavy equipment and objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in exposure to extreme heat and cold.
  • Must be able to take company required precautions to be protected from irritants due

    to possible exposure to eye, nose and skin irritants

  • Stress level may be increased due to schedule of work and demands of completing task

    safety and on time.

  • Must be able to climb ladders and climb up to and into cabs on heavy equipment.
  • Must be able to walk over uneven and broken ground.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.