# Pipe Layer

**Company:** [Midlands Contracting](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/ofq7gm8s7X5p3E7WLwGg32.md)
**Location:** Kearney, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Midlands Contracting, Inc

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## Description

We are currently seeking a skilled Pipe Layer to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must.  

**Job Details**

-   $25 per hour and up depending on experience
-   50 or more hours per week (no weekend work)
-   Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends)
-   Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town
-   Paid travel time
-   Hotel paid by company
-   Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town
-   Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)

## Requirements

-   3+ years previous experience as a pipe layer completing the tasks below.
-   Previous experience and ability to lay push joint pipe including water main, sanitary sewer and storm sewer.
-   Previous experience and familiarity with laying different types of push joint pipe including concrete, PVC, clay, and ductile iron.
-   Previous experience and ability to lay pipe to grade using a laser.
-   Previous experience and ability to lay pipe with bedding.
-   Previous experience and familiarity with various types of testing of pipe including hydrostatic and air testing.
-   Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds.
-   Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
-   Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day.
-   Complete other tasks associated with projects which may include running compaction equipment, building concrete structures (setting forms, pouring concrete and tie rebar) and other manual labor.
-   Operate heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training.
-   Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training.
-   Ability to pass a pre-employment (post offer) drug screen.
-   Must be authorized to work in the US.

## Benefits

-   Paid time off.
-   Paid holidays.
-   Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members.
-   Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members.
-   401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match).
-   Dental and Vision Insurance.
-   Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan.
-   Aflac Supplemental Insurance.