We have immediate openings for a lead line and grade/pipe layer position. Excellent pay and benefits package available upon meeting eligibility requirements.

Must provide valid driver’s license. No DUI/OUI’s in last 5 years

The line and grade/pipe layer is responsible for skilled work in the performance of all tasks related to the installation of water, storm and sewer mainline pipe, services and by-pass systems. These tasks require physical labor and, at a minimum, a working knowledge of the following: line and grade, laying ductile pipe, CPEP, CMP, PVC, HDPE, installing mechanical connections, constructing temporary water/sewer systems, testing lines, plan review and implementation, red-line drawings, fabrication work, laser guidance equipment, work around heavy construction equipment, trench excavations utilizing trench stabilizing equipment, and dewatering activities. Must be familiar with MOA MASS and DCPM. Minimum 3 years experience as lead pipe layer required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities.
• Perform take-off’s from plan design sheets, procure pipe, develop installation plan.
• Set up dewatering systems (pumps, hoses, headers, etc.)
• Set up utility by-pass/temporary water/sewer systems.
• Direct operators on dig locations and line and grade.
• Ensure pipe is on line and grade and installations are performed to manufacturer’s requirements and consistent with contract requirements – most recent version of MASS.
• Record all pipe information required by the contract in grade/field notebook.
• Test installed piping systems.
• Create red-line drawings for submission to client.
• Lift and carry objects and materials of various weights up to 100 pounds.
• Repetitive climbing, stooping, kneeling, bending, and reaching over head.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers/compactors, and rakes.
• Grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces such as concrete, metal, aluminum, or wood, using abrasive tools or machines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Valid Alaska drivers license. Must be physically capable of heavy manual labor, sometimes under unfavorable to extreme weather conditions. Lifting required on a daily basis. Must pass pre-employment drug test and physical if required. EOE

NO PHONE CALLS. Please email or fax to 907-344-4492

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Multiple locations