What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipelayer – Utility/Pipe Crew position at David H. Martin Excavating?
The DHM Pipelayer is a Construction Laborer position with an emphasis on working to install utility pipelines in trenches, culverts and open excavation areas. As a Pipelayer, you will be responsible for installing and repairing underground pipelines for various excavation and construction projects.
Duties Include:
- Install sewer, water and storm pipes and electrical conduit, and repair underground pipelines according to project specifications
- Use pipe lasers to ensure accurate alignment and slope
- Read and interpret blueprints to determine pipe layout and placement
- Level bedding materials using rake, shovel, or other hand tools for pipe installation
- Use a shovel or other tools to expose existing utilities as necessary
- Dig trenches by various methods and assist with setting bracing to support the sides of excavation trenching
- Work with powered and non-powered hand tools
- Install various types of pipe in a trench environment
- Assist with shooting grades and setting lasers up
- Move around in and work in confined spaces
- Assist other laborers and heavy equipment operators in the performance of their job duties
- Give cues and signals and directions to heavy equipment operators
- Collaborate with crew members to complete projects efficiently and safely
- Perform all duties in accordance with appropriate safety standards, and follow all incident reporting and safety procedures
- Load and unload trucks and haul, hoist heavy materials
- Assist construction managers and heavy equipment operators and provide traffic control when needed
- Remove and/or work around hazardous materials
- Perform a variety of other tasks involving regular strenuous manual labor
- Perform material handling and storage as needed
- Maintain a clean job site and secure job site daily
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely
- Preferred experience as a Pipelayer or in a similar role in the excavation/construction industry
- Physical stamina to perform manual labor in adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills with a positive attitude
- Must be able to work overtime as required
- Knowledge of proper use of equipment, tools, materials, and supplies used in the excavation/construction trade
