Construction PipelayerWoodruff & Sons

Job Description Primary Function: Work as a crew member installing various pipelines. Duties include but are not limited to: • Work with the crew on pipe stringing. • Work with the top man and operator while placing pipe in the ditch. • Hand shovel and expose any existing utilities and bring them to the attention of the operator. • Always position yourself in a location clearly visible to the operator when giving signals • Ensure proper softners are in place for the excavator bucket prior to inserting the pipe into the preceding bell. • Mark the bell length on the spigot of the pipe being installed in order to verify that the proper travel length has been achieved. • Always double check the installed pipe with a pocket level and visually inspect the new joint. • Install marking identification tape over the pipeline before backfill. • Compact the pipeline to the spingline of the pipe by means of a “pogo stick” or tamp. • Protect newly installed pipelines from any potential damage and from the ingession of dirt and trash. • Always have a temporary “night” plug nearby for a quick installation. • Check delivered pipe and fittings for conformance and any defects. • Bolt up any fittings and pipe configurations ahead of the excavation operations. • Assist the foreman in laser setup and monitor the accuracy throughout the day. • Ensure proper bedding is in place and leveled to the proper grade. • Work with the crew on any other required activities such as well pointing, constructing invert channels or any other masonry work, testing pipelines, clean-up, etc. • Work in accordance with Company Safety Program and bring to the attention of the Foreman any safety violations or concerns. • Monitor and ensure jobsite housekeeping. • Secure jobsite for any nonworking periods, such as evening or week-ends. • Park equipment in such a manner that protects vulnerable machines (small dozers, etc.) from potential theft. • Also, park equipment in areas easily accessible by the refueling personnel. • Maintain all erosion control devices are in place and functioning properly. • Monitor all signs and barricades and reset any devices that have been moved or knocked down.