Pipe Layer Trainee

Job Title

Pipe Layer Trainee

The Pipe Layer Trainee is trained in the classroom, on‑the‑job and while assisting other Construction personnel. The Pipe Layer Trainee must successfully complete all required classroom and field training, written and proficiency testing occurring during or prior to the end of a twenty‑four (24) month training period to become eligible for consideration for advancement to the position of Pipe Layer.

Entry Wage: $27.30
Standard Wage: $34.12

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

• Preferred – Minimum of 1 year prior construction experience

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license upon hire
• Class A CDL License with no restrictions and tanker endorsement. Maintain valid CDL license within 90 days of hire
• Hearing (audiogram) testing upon hire
• Acquire and maintain qualifications for all covered tasks under the District’s Operator Qualification Plan. Upon hire
• Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions (post‑offer, random, post‑accident, reasonable suspicion, follow‑up, and return to duty testing) upon hire
• Pre‑employment and/or post‑offer physical demands screening upon hire
• Pre‑employment background check and drug screen upon hire

• Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co‑workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
• Familiarity with personal computers, tablets, and other electronic devices, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise‑wide software (e.g., SAP) – entry proficiency.
• Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.

• Install and repair pre‑stressed concrete, steel, plastic or iron gas and water mains, gas services and drips, gas and water valves and hydrants.
• Excavate ground using equipment, tools (picks, shovels, spades, probe rods) or by hand to locate and excavate underground piping systems and facilities.
• Prepare and join pipes and fittings to ensure proper fit and function.
• Backfill, tamp, and restore excavations to proper compaction and to original condition.
• Direct traffic with the use of flag(s) to safely divert traffic away from work area(s).
• Operate a variety of District equipment and vehicles, including trucks with manual transmissions.
• Perform the physical requirements of position (see Physical Demands section).
• Assist crew members as directed to ensure work performed is completed effectively and in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• Maintain/clean equipment and tools to keep in good working order.

• Perform a variety of other duties as assigned.
• Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures.

• Stationary Position – Constantly.
• Move/Traverse – Constantly.
• Stationary Position/Seated – Occasionally.
• Transport/Lifting – Constantly.
• Transport/Carrying – Constantly.
• Exerting Force/Pushing – Constantly.
• Exerting Force/Pulling – Constantly.
• Ascend/Descend – Constantly.
• Balancing – Constantly.
• Position Self – Stooping – Constantly.
• Position Self – Kneeling – Constantly.
• Position Self – Crouching – Constantly.
• Position Self – Crawling – Constantly.
  
  Reaching – Constantly.
• Handling – Constantly.
• Grasping – Constantly.
• Feeling – Constantly.
• Communicate/Talking – Constantly.
• Communicate/Hearing – Frequently.
• Repetitive Motions – Constantly.
• Coordination – Constantly.

• Work shift may be extended during weekdays, may also include weekends and call‑outs.
• Work in close quarters such as excavated sites below ground level and vaults.

• Field:
  Work inside and outside in all weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.