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C. A. Murren & Sons Company, Inc.

Pipe Layer

C. A. Murren & Sons Company, Inc., Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070

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Overview The Pipe Layer is responsible for preparing and laying pipe for storm drains, sanitary sewers, waterlines, and other types of pipelines. The role ensures trenches are properly excavated, shored, and prepared for pipeline installation, grades and levels trench foundations, aligns and positions pipes, and checks pipe slopes using levels or lasers to ensure they conform to specifications. The Pipe Layer also ensures trenches are bedded and backfilled properly so pipe isn’t out of round and installs pipes that are on grade and airtight as required. The Pipe Layer supports the Foreman in monitoring progress, ensuring work is completed safely, and efficiently.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advanced knowledge of equipment setup such as lasers, transits, grade rods, and line levels.

In-depth knowledge of differing soil types and shoring techniques, following OSHA rules and guidelines for trenching and sloping.

Advanced understanding of survey stakes (e.g., cuts, fills, and elevations).

Lay out pipe routes using blueprints and coordinate with the Foreman.

Set the pipe laser up in the manhole and establish the line.

Enter the proposed slope into the laser.

Understand tenths and how to read grade rods.

24 months of construction experience.

Use logic, reason, and math as needed for the job.

Generate efficient methods quickly to resolve roadblocks.

Adapt to differing soil types and conditions.

Install good pipe on shallow grades without rework in decent ground, with minimal water.

Install structures that are oversized.

Set the pace of the crew.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must participate in pre‑employment and random drug screening program.

Subject to a background screening process.

Senior ity level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Construction

About the Company C. A. Murren is a full‑service, well established industrial, civil, and power industry contractor performing work throughout the southeastern and mid‑atlantic United States. With more than 35 years of experience, the company focuses on the human element and high‑quality, sustainable construction to deliver outstanding results for clients.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match

Career development plan with continued growth opportunities

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