Pipelayer

DescriptionSince starting in 1983, Tapani has evolved from a single-person operation to a family-led legacy, maintaining a fun and friendly environment from the beginning. With a large team across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we now cover five diverse market sectors: Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The consistent dedication to our core values has helped us grow, creating more opportunities for our current team and the need for new teammates.Take a look what our current employees say about working for Tapani: Tapani CareersJob SummaryThe pipelayer is responsible for preparing and laying pipe for storm drains, sanitary sewers, waterlines, and other types of pipelines. The pipelayer ensures that trenches are properly excavated, shored, and prepared for pipeline installation. The pipelayer grades and levels trench foundations, aligns and positions pipes, and checks pipe slopes using levels or lasers to ensure they conform to specifications. The pipelayer also ensures that trenches are bedded and backfilled properly so pipe isn't out of round and installs pipes that are on grade and airtight as required. The pipelayer supports the Foreman in monitoring progress, ensuring work is completed safely, and efficiently.ResponsibilitiesOversees Install of Water, Sanitary, Storm pipe systems, and structures related to them.Assist with locating and avoiding existing utilities by potholing via shoveling or vac truckEnsure trenches are dug out to the correct grade by guiding the mainline operator, and/or use of shovels, by following lasers, and levelsDevelop basic knowledge of equipment, and setup, of lasers, transits, grade rods, and line levels.Develop understanding of how to read survey stakes. E.G. cuts, fills, and elevationsEnsure that subsoil has been compacted so that there will be no sags, or bellies resulting from uncompacted and settling soils beneath the pipe. This will include the use of tamping machines and various hand tools.Ensure that the pipe is laid to exact grades by use of laser, and levelsMeasure and cut pipes to correct lengths, and have knowledge of correct equipment to make said cutsEnsure that all joints, and fittings are inspected, cleaned, aligned, and installed to manufacturers specifications.Be able to use equipment to make taps, or drill holes, for auxiliary lines to be connectedEnsure bedding around the pipe has been compacted so that no ovaling of the pipe can occur. By means of mechanical equipment or using a shovel "chinking".Communicate with the tophand to relay information to operators so the pipelayers needs are accommodated without delay to the workMake sure enough cover has been placed over laid pipe before compaction equipment begins, as to not oval the pipeline.Promote a safe work environment, and adhere to company's safety policies.Have current confined space training, and promote the use of confined space entry proceduresAssist with general labor as requested Job Requirements and Qualifications6 months - 2 years previous experience preferred.High school education or equivalent.Willingness to work nights and weekendsWillingness to work out of townProvide own transportationAbility to lift 50 - 100 lbs on a consistent basisUnderstanding of the operations and maintenance of all tools and equipment utilized on site, and able to determine the right tools and equipment to do the jobExcellent communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.Certification in Confined Space, Rigging and Signaling, and Flagging are preferred.Generally installs waterline, shallow storm runs, shallow sewer runs, electrical conduit, and irrigation without dig upsInstalls standard manholes and catch basins quicklyGeneral knowledge of the different types of joints and how to fasten Working EnvironmentWorking conditions for this position will be on project site.The pipelayer must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and the whole body. Activities include extensive manual labor, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.Frequent bending, reaching, talking, kneeling and repetitive motions of hands/wrists and feetThe pipelayer must use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and manipulating thingsOccasional climbing and stooping.Hours worked will be weather dependent along with schedule requirements. Summer time typically is longer hours and winter typically is shorter hours due to daylight.Work may require weekend, and out of town work when projects demand.This can be a noisy work environment so the use of earplugs is encouraged, and at times mandatory Compensation and BenefitsPay: $29.04 - $42.00 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiumsAdditional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick TimeCompany Paid Life Insurance401(k) options with up to 4% employer matchSee the full list of benefits here