Pipe Layer/Installer (General Contractor) at SHOOK CONSTRUCTION CO

Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pipe Laying, Construction, Blueprint Reading, Excavation, Installation, Repair, Testing, Collaboration, Safety Protocols, Record Keeping, Mathematical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Physical Endurance, Attention to Detail, Ductile Iron Pipe Installation, PVC Piping Systems

Industry

Construction

Description

Job Details Job Location: Wilkesboro, NC 28697 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day JOB PURPOSE Play a vital role to install, repair, and maintain various types of pipes used in construction projects. You will work closely with the construction team to ensure proper placement, alignment, and connection of pipes for drainage, sewage, water supply, or other utilities. Your expertise in pipe-laying techniques and attention to detail will contribute to the successful completion of construction projects. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Position reports to the Laborer Foreman or Superintendent COMPETENCIES Study construction plans, blueprints, and specifications to determine the layout and installation requirements for pipes. Excavate trenches or holes using hand tools or machinery, ensuring proper depth and alignment. Install and position pipes according to the planned layout taking into account the slope, grade, and elevation requirements. Installation of underground Ductile Iron pipe (MJ, PO, RJ), Installation of Prestressed Concrete Cylinder Pipe, Installation of underground PVC/CPVC piping Systems (Storm/Sanitary), Installation of HDPE piping (Fusion), Installation of Flanged DIP/Valves/Pipe Supports, Installation of PVC/CPVC systems (interior, chemical systems) Cut, thread, and connect pipes using various methods such as bolting, gluing, or soldering. Install and secure pipe fittings, valves, and other related components. Conduct tests to ensure proper functioning and leak-free connections of pipes. Grading with lasers/builder's levels. Setting of Manholes and Catch Basins. Repair or replace damaged or malfunctioning pipes, fittings, or fixtures as necessary. Collaborate with other construction team members to coordinate pipe-laying activities and ensure efficient workflow. Adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear at all times. Report any issues, deviations, or concerns to supervisors promptly. Maintain accurate records of work performed, including materials used and time spent on tasks. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent. - Previous experience in construction or a related field is preferred but not mandatory. Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills: None but a plus. Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record. Physical Demands: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various weather conditions. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb and balance. Must be able to talk, hear, taste and smell and use hands to finger, handle and feel. May need to occasionally lift up to 100 lbs. The following are the vision requirements for the job: physical, close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. *Requirements: Drug and Alcohol Screening and Transportation to and from the jobsite. Shook Construction Co. participates in E-Verify. As part of our hiring process, we use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E-Verify is a program administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Pipe Layer/Installer is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining various types of pipes used in construction projects. This role involves collaborating with the construction team to ensure proper placement and alignment of pipes for utilities such as drainage and water supply.