Pipelayer

Company: Wood
Location: Springboro
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY: Physical fitness is an important part of the job and usually is a requirement for anyone who wants to become a pipe layer. Upper-body strength and flexibility is very important because of the nature of this job. The pipe layer position is considered the highest level skilled position within the company. A graduated pipe layer can expect increased wages and lead responsibilities within the crew, along with a continued career path that can include a loader operator, excavator operator and foreman. Blueprint reading is an important skill for anyone who wants to become a pipe layer. These diagrams provide a wealth of information regarding the placement of the pipes as well as the location of electrical power lines and other utilities. Manual dexterity is needed and includes the ability to work with pipes and tools that can range in size from very small to quite large. This type of skill is developed through practice, dedication and physical effort. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties may be assigned. Checks slopes/grades for conformation to requirements, using levels or lasers. Understand bedding and backfill Understand pipe laying techniques. Cut pipes to required lengths. Install and repair sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems. Install and use instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels. Grade and level trench bottoms, using hand tools. Prepare pipe spans, following instructions or blueprints, and construction staking. Work as a member of a team with pipe laying equipment. Safety - trench safety, materials, equipment, hand signals, small tools safety Small Tools - use of shovel, chop saw, transit levels, laser, measuring tape, stick rule, cable (rigging), pumps, chains, pipes, gravel, structures Laying pipe routes- the process from beginning to end Existing utilities - blue print reading PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to sit or stand for long periods; handle and manipulate objects on a repetitive basis. Ability to see well and distinguish between back up alarms, voices and other normal sounds consistent with construction job sites_. _The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and vibrations from machinery. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $19.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Vision insuranceSchedule: 10 hour shift Overtime Weekend availabilityAbility to commute/relocate: Springboro, OH 45066: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred)Work Location: One location

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