Pipelayer

Pipelayer Job Description

A pipelayer's job is to lay pipes for water mains, drains, and storm or sanitation sewers.

Responsibilities Include:

Laying pipes
Pipelayers lay pipes on and under the ground using a variety of tools and equipment.
Preparing trenches
Pipelayers dig trenches to the required depth, either by hand or with trenching tools. They may also grade or level the trench bases.
Positioning pipes
Pipelayers align and position pipes to prepare them for sealing or welding.
Sealing joints
Pipelayers use glue, cement, or welding equipment to connect pipe pieces and seal joints.
Covering pipes
Pipelayers cover pipes with dirt or other materials.
Maintaining pipes
Pipelayers perform continual maintenance on pipes and replace those that need repair.
Using instruments
Pipelayers use instruments like lasers, grade rods, or transit levels to install or use them.
Operating equipment

Pipelayers operate mechanized equipment like front-end loaders, rollers, tandem dump trucks, pickup trucks, or backhoes.