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Pipe Superintendent - Foreman
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The Pipe Superintendent oversees and performs installation of underground water, sewer, storm drain, and transmission pipelines (4"–108") for municipal and industrial projects, coordinating crews, equipment, and testing.
About this role
Hiring: Underground Utility Pipe Superintendent and Pipe Crew
Position Summary
We are seeking experienced Underground Utility Pipe Installers and Pipe Crew Members to install a variety of water, wastewater, and storm drainage pipeline systems. Candidates must have experience installing PVC, ductile iron, steel, reinforced concrete, and/ or bar-wrapped cylinder pipe ranging from 4 inches to 108 inches in diameter. The ideal candidate is safety-oriented, dependable, and capable of working efficiently as part of a construction crew on municipal and industrial infrastructure projects.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Install underground water, sewer, storm drain, and transmission pipelines ranging from 4" to 108" diameter.
- Install and assemble:
- PVC Pipe
- Steel Pipe
- Bar-Wrapped Cylinder Pipe (BWCP)
- Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP)
- Ductile Iron Pipe (DIP)
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), when required
- Read and interpret construction plans, profiles, grades, and specifications.
- Set pipe to proper line and grade using lasers, levels, and grade rods.
- Prepare trenches and bedding materials according to project specifications.
- Assist with rigging, lifting, and placement of large-diameter pipe using excavators, loaders, cranes, and other heavy equipment.
- Install valves, fittings, manholes, vaults, hydrants, restrained joints, and mechanical joints.
- Perform hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, leakage testing, and pipeline inspections as required.
- Backfill and compact trenches in accordance with project specifications.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience installing underground utility pipe.
- Proven experience with pipe sizes ranging from 4 inches to 108 inches.
- Knowledge of municipal water, sewer, and storm drainage construction.
- Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
- Familiarity with laser grading and elevation control.
- Experience working around excavations and trench boxes.
- Strong understanding of safe rigging and material handling practices.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work in varying weather conditions.
Work Environment
- Outdoor construction sites
- Municipal infrastructure projects
- Industrial facilities
- Water and wastewater treatment plants
- Roadway and utility construction projects
Desired Skills
- Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to quality workmanship
- Strong safety mindset
- Ability to meet project schedule
Skills
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