Pipe Layer
Department: Nemaha Infrastructure
Job Type: Non-exempt, Seasonal Full Time
Reports To: Utilities Superintendent
The Pipe Layer is responsible for installing underground piping systems for water, sewer, and storm drainage projects. This position works as part of a construction crew and requires physical labor in a variety of outdoor conditions. The role is seasonal, following the construction season, and involves frequent travel to job sites, which may require overnight stays.
This Job Is
An E-Verified employment opportunity
Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED.
A “Fair Chance” job.
A good opportunity for someone entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and the willingness to work.
Nemaha Sports Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.
Responsibilities
Pipe Installation
- Laying pipes of various materials, sizes, and configurations in the trenches.
- Aligning pipes accurately and ensuring proper slope and grade.
- Connecting pipes using appropriate methods like gluing, welding, or mechanical couplings.
- Using hand and power tools, and specialized equipment for pipe fitting and joining.
Joint Sealing and Backfilling
- Sealing pipe joints to prevent leaks and ensure proper system functionality.
- Backfilling trenches with soil, compacting it properly to support the pipes and prevent settling.
- Using hand tampers, rollers, or compactors for backfilling and compaction.
Safety and Compliance
- Working in compliance with all safety regulations, including OSHA standards for trenching and confined spaces.
- Following company safety policies and procedures.
Other Responsibilities
- Operating equipment like lasers and leveling tools for accurate pipe alignment.
- Assist equipment operators, laborers, and other crew members as needed.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
- Travel frequently to project locations; overnight stays may be required.
- Determines equipment and material needs for each assignment
- Assembles pipes, tubes, and fittings according to specifications
- Inspects, examines, and tests installed systems to ensure quality construction if required
- Identify and resolve construction site problems
Requirements & Qualifications:
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will operate many types of machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position materials. Frequently required to stand and walk, push, pull, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds – or over 100 pounds with assistance. The employee will perform strenuous physical tasks. Physical demands require constantly moving, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Frequently ascends/descends a ladder or steps to perform work.
Skills, Knowledge, Training, and Experience
- Sound knowledge of various types of construction equipment and construction procedures
- Knowledge of underground structure construction techniques
- Ability to inspect and evaluate the quality of materials
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations
- Ability to identify and resolve problems
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated
Additional Qualifications
- In compliance with Federal law, all persons, upon hire, will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and to complete the required verification form.
- Valid Driver’s License with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record if they are to operate a company-owned vehicle.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
- Ability to understand, communicate, and follow written and oral instructions.
- Pre-employment drug screen.
- Background check.
- Attention to detail with craftsmanship.
- Desire to learn and improve.
Working Environment
This position will require working outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.) and exposure to job site elements. This can include moderate noise, extreme proximity to moving equipment or machinery, proximity to electrical energy, and exposure to tools, dust, noise, and heavy machinery used in construction. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.