Pipe Layer

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• Responsible for assembling, connecting and constructing pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains and water mains
• Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes
• Aligns pipes and seals joints together with cement or glue.
• Pipe layers do a great deal of manual labor; must be ability to lift 50-100 lbs

Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour (DOE)

Job Locations: Charlottesville and surrounding areas; Roanoke

• Configure pipe route
• Align pipes in pipeline sections
• Dig trenches with trenching tools
• Slide pipe into trenches
• Insert spaces in between pipes
• Pull out defective or misaligned pipes
• Correct alignments with sledgehammers
• Inspect places where pipes are fitted together to ensure pipes are spaced out properly and according to specifications
• Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers drain and water mains
• Grade trenches or culverts
• Seal joints
• Use glue or welding equipment to ensure pipes are tightly fitted
• Ensure pipes are fitted and aligned using grade rods or transit levels
• Cover pipes with dirt or other material
• Drill holes into pipes for auxiliary lines 
• Perform continual maintenance on pipes and replace those needing repair 
• Utilize magnetic or radio indicators