Pipe Layer - Blythe Development Co

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site work, road construction and golf course construction in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We are now 100% Employee Owned!

The company, founded by twin brothers and Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe in 1989. Blythe Development's operations include clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides the asphalt services for Blythe Development Co. Blythe Development employs over 900 employees. This large, experienced workforce enables Blythe Development to self-perform 80% of site groundwork, which gives them greater control than competitors who must subcontract the bulk of the job.

General Description

The Pipe Layer is responsible for assembling, connecting, and constructing pipe systems for storm and sanitary sewers, drains, and water mains. This job description may also perform a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the workflow dictates.

Key Duties

- Lay pipe for storm or sanitary sewer, drains, and water mains

- Configure pipe routes

- Align pipes in pipeline sections

- Sets laser at the proper grade for task at hand

- Makes sure pipe is installed at the proper grade

- Assist heavy equipment operator in proper depth for the pipe being installed

- Ensures pipes are fitted and aligned properly to insure there will be no leaks

- Makes sure pipe is backfilled and chalked in properly

- Ensures that the trench has all the proper safety equipment in place per OSHA regulations

- Flexibility with schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes

Requirements

- Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry 50+ lbs

- Preferred: 2+ years' experience as a pipe layer

Benefits

- Employee Stock Ownership Program

- Paid Time Off

- 401k + matching

- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance programs

EEO Employer

Drug-Free Workplace