Construction Pipelayer
 Woodruff & Sons | |
 United States, Florida, Bradenton | |
| 6450 31st Street East (Show on map) | |
 Jan 13, 2025 | |
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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. | |