What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipe Layer position at Stewart and Tate?
Stewart & Tate is a family owned and operated, full service construction firm that specializes in general building construction, site development, and specialized industrial construction. Stewart & Tate is a subsidiary of the Stewart Companies, a York, PA based, family-owned and operated group of companies serving the construction, materials, real estate, and automotive industries.
Summary
The Pipe Layer is responsible for assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for storm sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains and pipelines. Pipe Layers ensure the ground is prepped and trenches are dug out for pipes. Pipe Layers align pipes and seals joints together with cement, glue or plastic welding.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Assess ground conditions.
- Install Trench safety equipment.
- Direct operators while trenching.
- Grade trenches.
- Assemble pipes and fittings.
- Measure and configure pipe routes.
- Gather material and installation tools.
- Hand digging around utilities.
- Remove old or broken pipe systems.
- Repair damaged pipe systems.
- Measure and cut pipe.
- Lay pipe into trenches.
- Check pipe alignment and seals.
- Install auxillary lines.
- Backfill trenches.
Competencies
- Communication Proficiency.
- Customer/Client Focus.
- Results Driven.
- Stress Management/Composure.
- Ability to read grades and blueprints.
Work Environment
- The work is regularly performed in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust, asphalt, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
- Occasional exposure to a variety of extreme and loud conditions at construction job sites.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Physical demands include but are not limited to lifting heavy objects, walking and standing for long periods of time and performing strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
- Lifts, push, pull or carry objects; use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jump, sprint or throw objects.
- Excellent stamina, good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination required.
- Capable of frequently lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving items up to 100 pounds.
The Stewart Companies offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, Life and Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance products, Employee Assistance Plan, and paid vacation.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.