Sewer & Water Utility Pipe Layer-Overland Park, KS

on Company Overview

At Ames Construction, we've built America for 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining, renewables, and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit and foundational values of honesty, integrity, perseverance and, opportunity while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Together, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will work with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

Pipe Crew Top ManThe Pipe Crew Top Man

The pipe crew's top man will be responsible for

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Working with pipe crews installing sanitary, storm, and water utilities.
• Measuring and cutting pipe sections.
• Communicate with the pipe layer to obtain grade shots using a transit.
• Quantity tracking.
• Communicate with loader and backhoe operators.
• Stage materials and rigging pipe to be installed.
• Operating a jumping jack or remote-controlled compactor.
• Pothole underground utilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in OSHA standards for excavations.
• Understand slopes, cuts, and different soil types.
• Experience using chop saws and other misc. tools.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Time Management and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Travel - This project is located in Kansas. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.*
• Schedule - Work assignments will be weekdays from 7:00 am through 3:00 pm, with the occasional need to work overtime.
• Construction Site Environment - the physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach, and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels.

Application Instructions

Ability to pass a Pre-employment drug test is required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.