Pipe Layer / Operator

Pipe Layer / Operator

02 Feb 2024
Virginia, Richmond, 23234 Richmond USA

Pipe Layer / Operator

Harbor Dredge & Dock is a full service general contractor specializing in civil, marine and dredging projects for government, commercial, and private sectors. The owners, have over 30 plus years’ experience in civil construction, heavy utility contractor, hydraulic dredging, mechanical dredging, pile driving, retaining walls, timber construction, shoreline development, living shorelines and stream water restoration. Harbor Dredge & Dock has experience dredging and construction for tidal waterways, lakes, rivers, streams and canals. Our portable equipment allows us to service a wide variety of applications in the Mid Atlantic area. We are a Women Owned Small Business firm registered with Federal and local governments.

Our Civil division is currently looking to add an experienced Pipe Layer to join our team. We are looking to speak with candidates that have the following skill sets;

Basic math skills

OSHA Trench Safety

Regulations and guidelines

Safe lifting,Hoisting,and rigging procedures

Pipe laying techniques

Safe operating techniques of equipment

Instrumentation and warning devices of the equipment being operated

Meaning of grade stakes

Ability to lift 40lbs properly, multiple times during each shift

40+ hours per week, 9+ hours per day typical,

Attend and participate in all training classes required by Harbor Dredge & Dock

Provide own transportation to project site.

Responsibilities:

Perform duties as directed by the project foreman

Read and understand grade stakes

Setup instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels

Work with excavator personnel during installation process of laying pipe on line and grade

Check that slopes and grades conform to requirements, using levels or lasers

Ensure trench is excavated to the proper depth/grade

Grade and level trench bottoms, using hand tools

Measure and cut pipe to required length

Assemble pipe and pipe accessories as per specification

Be aware of changes in soil condition and materials that impact operations

Be aware of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels, etc. and ensure safe work procedures are followed during lowering of materials into the excavation

Operate in a safe, efficient, and productive manner

Follow OSHA Trench Safety guidelines and regulations

Take direction from pipe equipment operator on occasion

Work harmoniously with other crew members

Train Pipe-Layer/Laborer 2 on grading and pipe laying techniques

Recognize and report any abnormal equipment operating conditions

Recognize and report any unsafe working conditions

Job Requirements

Assembling heavy construction pipe systems

Construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel

Operate mechanized equipment such as pickup trucks, rollers, tandem dump trucks, front-end loaders, and backhoes

Carry and hold building materials, tools and supplies

Prepare for welding or sealing

Directing the operator where to dig at to avoid preexisting utility lines

Setting Stringline, stringing pipe, grouting Manholes, and tarring products

Install and use instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels

Multitask and work as a team member

Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment

Laying storm, water, and sewer pipes for different projects that the company has

Perform all work safely and follows company policies and procedures at all times

Work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice

Force main, air, gas, water

Performing and recording QA tests & measurements on a wide variety of equipment

Pull out defective or misaligned pipes

Enter trenches and/or confined spaces after receiving proper training

Setting rock, lining up the pipe

Shoot grade and be familiar with appropriate lasers and measurements

Dig up existing ground pipes with shovel

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

On the road

Pay Frequency:

Weekly

This Job Is:

A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED

A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)

A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Company's website:

www.harbordredge.com

Company's Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/harbordredge/

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