Utility Pipe Laborer

Utility Pipe Laborer McCarty and Company Construction Wheat Ridge, CO Job Details Full-time $28 - $36 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Interpersonal skills Assembly Water systems Construction Hand tools Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Install underground utility pipelines (large diameter) for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches by hand while using a transit or pipe laser leveling systems, assist utility operators, inspect pipe for defects, position pipe, and seal joints. Wet utility experience preferred.

Perform the following duties:

Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers. Lay out pipe routes, following written instructions or blueprints and coordinating layouts with supervisors. Locate existing pipes needing repair or replacement with hand tools or with the assistance of heavy equipment. Cut pipes to required lengths. Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using welding equipment, cement, glue or soap. Install or repair sanitary or storm, water and sewer structures or pipe systems. Dig trenches to desired or required depths, by hand or using trenching tools. Grade or level trench bases, using tamping machines or hand tools. Align and position pipes to prepare them for welding or sealing. Pour and finish concrete to create the manhole base, or install prefabricated manhole bases, sections, cones, rings, and lids to the required elevations. Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices. Cover pipes with earth or other materials. Operate walk-behind trench compaction equipment, such as plate compactors, rollers, or jumping jacks. General knowledge of site safety standards, trench box/shoring installation and safe trenching practices. Must have the ability to follow direction, be a reliable team player with good attendance We are looking for the following qualities in a person: Willingness to work hard each day. Willingness to travel. Preferred 2 years' prior experience in Heavy civil construction and pipe laying experience. Applicants must be able to demonstrate high levels of skill in performing duties listed above. Good math skills for calculating measurements and accurate adjustments. Attention and commitment to safety, ability to follow instructions. Ability to move at least 75 pounds. Physical dexterity, stamina and excellent hand-eye coordination with the ability to: grasp, assemble, and lift objects, stand, sit, and walk for extended periods over uneven surfaces, squat, bend, climb ladders onto equipment or other objects, and potentially lie down. Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements.

Benefits:

Pay is dependent on experience and skill level. Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Paid Time Off 401

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Full-time Pay:

$28.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person