Tailman

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company that is headquartered in Tampa, Florida with commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector projects that span across Central Florida. Since being founded in 1998 by Frank Ripa, the company has been consistently ranked in the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.

The continued success of RIPA as a site contractor stems from our highly experienced and educated field management team. This core of project managers and superintendents drives the engine that generates top-notch quality and production while providing superior customer care. RIPA & Associates employees are active in professional organizations like the NUCA, SUCA, Associated Builders & Contractors, TBBA, American Society of Professional Estimators, the Society for Human Resource Management and HR Tampa

RIPA & associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing support and assistance to the Pipe Layer. A Tailman will be involved in the general installation of the pipes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but is not limited to the following:
 Assists with the installation and repairs of storm, sanitation and/or water structures and pipelines systems
 Assists with the lay out pipe routes, following the pipe layer’s lead
 Climb in and out via ladder of trenches up to 15 feet deep
 Cut pipes to required lengths with gas powered saw
 Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction
 Align an position pipes to prepare them for welding or sealing
 Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers
 Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using welding equipment, cement, or glue
 Assists with tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices
 Cover pipes with earth or other materials
 Arrive at job site and all office meetings on time.
 Perform all job tasks with integrity, along with treating clients and co-workers with respect.
 Have an ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
 Maintain compliance in regard to all safety procedures, equipment operating procedures, company operating procedures, etc.
 Have the ability to work well in group problem solving situations.
 Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance.
 Follow all Ripa policies and procedures along with, completing assigned tasked correct and on time. If completion of an assignment cannot be met on time notify crew foreman immediately.
 Safely work around a ditch and trench box.
 Mix concrete/cement.
 Operate hand tools as required by the project.
 Assist in utility testing.
 Assist in the cleaning of tools, equipment and work areas.
 Performs other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18