Pipe Layer

RESPONSIBILITIES: Install sanitary and storm water sewer structures and piping systems. He/she must possess a "committed team" attitude in order to carry out the primary functions as set forth below:
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lay out pipe routes, following specifications or blueprints, and coordinating layouts with supervisor
2. Cut pipes to required lengths
3. Assist in aligning pipes to prepare them for sealing or welding
4. Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers
5. Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using cement, glue or welding equipment
6. Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices
7. Cover pipes with earth or other materials
8. Grade and level trench bases, using tamping machines and hand tools
9. Operate heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations, including, but not limited to dozers, scrapers, loaders, excavators, etc. and other equipment to support a variety of operations.
10. Train others in pipe-laying techniques
11. Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
12. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required including fluid and filter changes and parts lubrication.
13. Perform other general labor and construction related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
    PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
    Knowledge of:
14. Operational characteristics of a variety of heavy, power-driven equipment
15. Maintenance requirements of heavy, power-driven equipment
16. Methods and materials used in general construction and maintenance work
17. Principles and techniques of field maintenance activities
18. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
    Skill and Ability to:
19. Operate heavy power-driven equipment
20. Perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks
21. Read and interpret plan sets, maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals
22. Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions
23. Work independently in the absence of supervision
24. Understand and follow oral and written instructions
25. Prepare written reports and/or forms
26. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing or via radio
27. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
28. Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required

Minimum Requirements

• Three-five (3-5) plus years of experience of pipe laying techniques
• Working knowledge of various heavy equipment
• Multi-tasking, organization skills & attention to detail a must;
• Good interpersonal relations skills
• Drug & alcohol testing is a condition of employment
• Provide driver's license Abstract is a condition of employment
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance per State requirements;
• Must have reliable transportation;
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification desired, but not necessary (willing to obtain certification upon request).
• Complete Excavation & Trenching Safety Training - Provided by Redtail

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: 1) employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit; 2) frequently required to talk and/or hear, drive; 3) must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.; 4) occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch; 5) frequently uses hands to finger, handle, feel or move objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, write; 6) close vision, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, read; 7) the noise level in this environment is usually quiet to moderate..
Tools & Equipment Used: 1) CB radio; 2) computer system; 3) first aid equipment, fire extinguisher.