Gorham Sand & Gravel, Inc is seeking a Pipe Layer for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Pipe Layers at GSG perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints. In addition to laying pipes, Pipe Layers work with laborers to dig trenches for/around existing utilities.

Gorham Sand & Gravel is a highly regarded construction company servicing the entire Southern Maine area. We continue to grow into a large operation with various avenues for growth, but we remain a family-owned company where the owners are deeply involved with the daily operations. We are currently looking for an experienced Pipe Layer to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Install sanitary and stormwater sewer structures and pipe systems
• Lay out pipe routes, following specifications or plans, and coordinate layouts with a supervisor
• Cut pipes to required lengths
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction
• Align and position pipes to prepare them for connection and sealing
• Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers
• Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using seals, cement, or glue
• Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices
• Cover pipes with earth or other materials. Grade and level trench bases, using vibratory compaction machines and hand tools
• Other general labor and construction-related duties as required.

Requirements

• Must be safety conscious and have the physical ability to stand in strenuous and dangerous work environments
• Must be comfortable working in 15 to 20ft trenches and other confined spaces
• Possess physical strength to dig and perform general labor with laborer crews, including digging by hand
• Able to communicate effectively with others and work cooperatively in teams (including resolving basic conflicts with or without the assistance of management)
• Handle emergencies, work pressure, and stress
• Able to solve basic, common-sense problems
• Able to work with general supervision and use some experience/judgment

Benefits

• Heath Insurance with 100% Paid* level
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Earned Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay with no waiting period
• 401(K) with Employer Match
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Training & Career Development