Skilled Pipelayer - Wet Utilities

Montebello CA

Description

General Accountabilities Wet Utilities – Pipelayer • Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from pipe installation. • Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes. • Cuts openings in walls and floors, as needed, to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings. • Cuts and threads pipe. • Bends pipe to required angle. • Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, and pipes. • Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints. • Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking. • Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures. • Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes.. • Configure pipe routes. • Align pipes in pipeline sections. • Dig trenches with trenching tools. • Slide pipe into trenches. • Tell tractor driver where to move pipe in preparation for welding. • 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, drains, and water mains. • Grade trenches or culverts. • 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. • The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.