Location: Perryville,MO, USA
Robinson Construction is seeking a Pipe Layer / Laborer in Jackson, MO. This position is responsible for assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for wastewater drains and water mains. Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes. Aligns pipes and seals joints together with cement or glue. Robinson Construction is a Design-Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process-intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include industrial manufacturing, food grade processing plants, chemical and processing, power and renewable energy, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Aligns pipe in pipeline sections. Digs trenches with tools. Places pipe in trenches. Ensures pipes are fitted and aligned using pipe lasers and transits. Seals piping joints. Covers pipes with appropriate bedding materials. May grade and level trenches using tamping machines and hand tools. Assists other craft workers as needed or assigned. Maintains a clean and safe excavated work area. Performs duties of a laborer or other positions as needed. Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES: Knowledge of storm structures, sewer, water, and mains. Skill in the standard use of tools and equipment of the profession including transit or pipe lasers. Ability to read and understand grade stakes. Ability to work successfully as a team and independently with moderate supervision. Ability to understand and follow directions. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to comprehend and troubleshoot problems that may arise. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. Must have excellent stamina. Coordinates eye-hand movements with control and precision. Uses hands and fingers fully; reaches for, manipulates and feels objects; stoops, kneels, crouches, and/or crawls. Climbs and maintains body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; sees and hears well (either naturally or with correction). Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Stoops, lays, bends, or squats for long periods of time. WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to fumes, dust, or other airborne particles. May be exposed to loud noises. Position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and vibrating machinery. May be exposed to extreme outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, or cold and wet conditions. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals or waste. OTHER: Travel will be required. Must be willing to travel and work from project sites on a nationwide basis for long periods of time. Overtime may be required. Holiday work may be required. Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability, and performance. J-18808-Ljbffr