Pipelayer — Wilmington, DE

About This Role

Join a heavy civil crew in Wilmington, DE installing sanitary sewers, storm drains and water mains. This is hands-on work: trenching, setting pipe to grade, working with ductile iron flanges and stainless steel press-fit, and using pipe lasers and grinders. This job is physically demanding and safety-first — you’ll work in trenches (trench boxes), direct equipment with hand signals, cut and fit pipe, and guide crew laborers. Steady work, on-the-job training, and opportunities to move up for reliable performers.

What You'll Do

• • Lay sanitary, storm and water main piping (RCP, ADS, flanged ductile iron, stainless steel press-fit) to layout and grade.
• • Assist with excavation, trenching, backfill and safe use of trench boxes; perform trench stabilization and bedding as directed.
• • Set up and operate pipe lasers, levels and transit equipment to verify line and grade.
• • Cut and prepare pipe using grinders and saws; fit, align and connect pipe and fittings.
• • Communicate with equipment operators using standard hand signals; direct and train laborers on proper tools, cuts and alignment.
• • Lift, handle and secure materials and tools; keep tools and work areas clean and follow site safety protocols.

What We're Looking For

• • 3–5 years construction or pipelaying experience on heavy civil projects.
• • Ability to perform heavy physical labor, work in trenches and at heights with fall protection.
• • Hands-on experience with pipe lasers, RCP, ADS, ductile iron flanged connections and stainless steel press-fit systems.
• • Proficient with pipe cutting tools (grinders, saws) and reading basic site layout/instructions.
• • Valid driver’s license required; reliable transportation to job site.

Qualifications

• • High school diploma or GED or equivalent construction experience.
• • 3–5 years of pipelaying or heavy civil construction experience.
• • Valid driver’s license; clean driving record preferred.
• • Trade school or apprenticeship in pipefitting/civil trades a plus.
• • OSHA 10 or trench-safety/competent person training preferred; ability to follow hand signals and basic English instructions.

What We Offer

• • Competitive pay based on experience with regular overtime opportunities.
• • Health benefits (medical/dental/vision) and retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• • Paid time off and paid holidays; steady project pipeline in the Wilmington area.
• • Company-provided PPE and on-the-job training plus opportunities for promotion and skill advancement.

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