Primoris Heavy Civil is currently searching for an experience Pipelayer for our Laredo, Tx project. These individuals will solely be responsible for working outside to lay pipes underground or on the seabed, and is primarily involved in the physical installation of pipelines. Pipelayers dig trenches, position pipes, and seal joints with cement, glue, or welding equipment.

Job Description

Lay glazed or unglazed clay, concrete, steel, cast-iron or plastic pipe to from water lines, gas lines, sanitary or storm sewers and drains; lay underground telephone and electrical duct.

General Requirements

Practice safety rules. Follow verbal and written instructions. Safe use of hand & power tools. Report to and assist immediate supervisor. Perform quality work as determined by project specifications. Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift. Must work well as part of a team.

Functional Requirements

May smother bottom of trench to proper elevation by scooping with a shovel. Receive pip lowered from top of trench. Insert spigot end of pipe into bell end of last laid pipe. Adjust pipe to line and grade. Caulk joint with oakum or yard and seal joint with cement or other sealing compound. May connect threaded or flanged joint pipe. May assemble and place corrugated metal pipe. Perform other related duties.

Qualifications Standards

One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level). Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation. New Hire Orientation Quiz Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.). Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.).

Physical Requirements

Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy. Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company. Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc. Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.). Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs.  Check with your project supervisor or project safety director. Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time. Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.) Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

Work Environment

Location: industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: Uneven ground level Obstructed pathways Work performed at low and/or high elevations Work performed in confined areas Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: Predominately outdoor climate May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather Excessive humidity, rain, etc. Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc. Potential exposure to chemical substances

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution.

COMPANY OVERVIEW 

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. Primoris provides a wide range of specialty construction services, fabrication, maintenance, and engineering services to a diversified base of blue-chip customers.  For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Heavy Civil, supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries. Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

THIRD-PARTY AGENCY NOTICE

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.