Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Time Off
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Position Title: Pipelayer
Company Name: Stocks General Contractors LLC
Pay Range: $25 - $35+ per hour, based on experience + year-end performance bonus
Industry: Civil Construction (Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)
Location: Multiple locations in the DMV area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Overview: Stocks General Contractors LLC is seeking a skilled Pipelayer to join our Field Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for the assembly, installation, and repair of underground pipe systems including water, sewer, storm drain, electrical, and communications. You will work with various materials such as PVC, ductile iron, steel, and concrete pipes. The ideal candidate will have experience in pipe laying and underground utility construction and will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. If you're ready to contribute to impactful civil projects across DC, Maryland, and Virginia, we want to hear from you!
Who We Are: Stocks General Contractors LLC is an emerging, minority- and veteran-owned civil construction company specializing in wet and dry underground utilities. Based in Fredericksburg, VA, we serve the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia region. Known for delivering safe and timely infrastructure projects, we have earned a trusted reputation among utility owners, general contractors, government entities, and private clients. As a small but growing company with a diverse workforce, we thrive on unique projects of all sizes that shape and support the communities we serve.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Prepare trenches and grade areas where pipes will be laid.
- Assist equipment operators with the placement of pipes and provide direction using hand signals.
- Perform laboring tasks such as backfilling around pipes with hand tools.
- Operate pipe lasers, transits, and other tools for precise alignment and grading.
- Locate and mark correct positions for pipe placement in trenches.
- Assemble and install pipes, valves, and fittings made from various materials including metal, PVC, ductile iron, and concrete.
- Join pipes using screws, bolts, fittings, and plastic solvent cement.
- Conduct leak testing and inspect pipes to ensure proper installation.
- Work across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia job sites as needed.
Qualifications: - Ability to listen to and follow directions.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing job assignments.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Basic arithmetic skills for inventory and material measurements.
Education and Experience: - 2-5 years of experience installing small- and large-diameter pipe systems (water, sewer, storm drain, electrical, and communications).
- High school diploma or GED (preferred).
Licenses/Certifications: - Confined Space Training Certification (required).
- Trenching/Excavation Awareness Training (required).
- Rigging and Signaling Certification (preferred).
- OSHA 10/30-Hour Certification (required).
- REAL ID desired or eligible to apply for one
Physical Requirements: - Ability to lift and carry up to 80 lbs, push/pull loads of 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 8-10 hours per day.
- Ability to climb stairs while carrying materials (40-60 lbs).
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Benefits: - Compensation & Retirement:
- Weekly Pay Cycle
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
- Incentive Program
- Referral Bonus Program
- Prevailing Wage Projects
- Health & Wellness:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Safety Equipment Provided
- Work-Life Balance:
- Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick)
- Career Development:
- Paid Training and Certifications
- Additional Perks:
- Company Events
- Employee Rewards and Prizes
Work Schedule: - Monday through Friday
- 8 to 10-hour shifts (some Saturday or night work may be required)
Work Location: - Field operations throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia
- On the road/travel required (100% preferred)
Join a Growing Leader in Civil Construction! At Stocks General Contractors LLC, we value innovation, safety, and a collaborative team environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. If you're an experienced Pipelayer ready to advance your career and contribute to essential infrastructure projects, apply today and join our mission! Equal Employment Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
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