PIPE LAYER

A Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible for Installing and Maintaining Underground Piping Systems, Including Water, Chemical Drains, And HDPE Fire Water Pipelines, Ensuring Placement and Adherence to Project Specifications. This Role Offers an Excellent Opportunity to Contribute to Oil Refinery Maintenance Infrastructure Projects While Working with a Team Committed to Safety, Quality, And Efficiency. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions):

• must have a KNOWLEDGE of trenching and shoring safety
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• set up barricades and safety cones
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Shovel earth/dirt to prepare ground trenches for pipes.
• May dig up existing ground and or ground pipes and other debris with manual tools as needed.

• Lay out and install underground pipelines according to detailed blueprints and engineering specifications

   

• Operate backhoes safely and efficiently
• Use HDPE fusion machine 
• Perform concrete forming and tasks related to thrust blocks.
• Maintain a clean work environment while adhering to safety standards on construction sites
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating heavy construction Like backhoes and forklifts (Preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints accurately and interpret technical drawings
• Skilled in concrete finishing, HDPE welding and water line repair
• Familiarity with construction site safety protocols and OSHA regulations
• Construction site experience with a focus on infrastructure maintenance
• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work at heights and be able to climb ladders and stairways as well as work on elevated platforms
• Will as needed work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms. Will work at heights up to 300’ utilizing proper fall protection.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including heat, cold, rain, snow and wind
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limiting to frc’s, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, fall arrest harness, face shield, ear plugs, steel toe boots, and goggles.

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work at heights and be able to climb ladders and stairways as well as work on elevated platforms
• Will as needed work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms. Will work at heights up to 300’ utilizing proper fall protection.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including heat, cold, rain, snow and wind
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limiting to frc’s, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, fall arrest harness, face shield, ear plugs, steel toe boots, and goggles.
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Work environment:  

• Will work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot – cool/cold.  Occasional rain.  
• Will work at different elevations.  
• Noise levels will be moderate to high.  
  • job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools.  People standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking.  Bells, whistles, and alarms.   

MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK, MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT, AND DRUG TEST

ZACHRY is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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