Pipelayer Trainee

Summary: Responsible for laying clay, concrete, steel, C.I or other type of pipe for water main, gas main, sanitary sewer, telephone and electrical conduits. May smooth bottom of trench; inserts spigot end of pipe into bell end of last laid pipe. Adjusts pipe to line and grade, caulk joints with oakum or yarn and seals joints with cement or other sealing compound; may connect threaded or flanged joining pipe; may assemble and place corrugated metal pipe. Must be able physically to set elevations with laser or other engineering equipment. May perform other related duties as assigned.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lay and align pipes for water, gas, sewer, and utility systems
• Smooth trench bottoms and insert spigot end of pipes into bells of previously laid pipes
• Adjust pipes to line and grade; caulk joints using oakum, yarn, cement, or other sealing compounds
• Connect threaded or flanged joints; assemble and place coupling
• Set elevations using laser or other engineering equipment
• Perform pressure testing and other related duties as required
• Ability to endure intense manual labor
• Report any problems and/or safety hazards to your foreman or, in their absence the crew lead or Superintendent or Safety Officer
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA, State regulations, and all safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Secondary Duties & Responsibilities

• Observation of Safety plan and operating procedures, including OSHA regulations and applicable parts of 29 CFR 1926, such as parts C,D,E,F,G,H,I
• Observation of spade operation and laying of pipe
• Study of various types of pipe and related materials
• Ditch grading with compressed air-driven or hand spade
• Handling materials, assists in lowering pipe
• Works with pipelayer in laying all types of pipe and duct, adjust pipe to elevation, inserts spigot end of pipe into bell end of last laid pipe
• Perform pressure testing
• May assist Foreman with assignments while on site
• May perform other duties as assigned by Superintendents and/or Foremen
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be in good health
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening test
• Cannot be a current college student on a seasonal break from classes seeking to use the OJT program as a summer employment opportunity
• High school diploma/GED preferred
• Ability to travel to Anchor's main Yard sites required
• Ability to follow basic instructions in English required
• Ability to use basic tools required
• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures required
• Ability to work overtime as needed required
• Comfort working in an outdoors high-stress environment with extreme weather fluctuations required
• Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Spanish fluency a plus
  
  

Pay Rate

$19.50

Physical Demands

Physical Movement

Must Be Able To

• Physically stand, bend, squat and lift heavy objects
• Dig ditches, pits, trenches and foundations in preparation for the job site construction
• Walk on uneven ground
• Stand for prolong periods
• Lift and carry weights varying between 10 and 50 pounds
  
  

Work Environment

Moderate

Occasionally exposed to extreme atmospheric conditions (temperature, noise fumes, dust, etc.)

Exposed to the outdoor elements (cold, heat, rain, snow, etc.)

Noise level is loud

Anchor Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Note: Please note that 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.

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