Pipe Layer Trainee

OAC EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING
DATES POSTED: 05/29 - 06/08/2026

Position Summary
The Pipe Layer Trainee is trained in the classroom, on-the-job and while assisting other
Construction personnel. The Pipe Layer Trainee must successfully complete all required classroom
and field training, written and proficiency testing occurring during or prior to the end of a
twenty-four (24) month training period to become eligible for consideration for advancement to the
position of Pipe Layer.

Education
Required - High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Minimum Requirement
Preferred - Minimum of 1-year prior construction experience

Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing
Required - Have and maintain a valid drivers license Upon Hire
Required - Class A CDL License with no restrictions and tanker endorsement. Maintain valid CDL
license while holding position within 90 Days
Required - Hearing (audiogram) testing. Upon Hire
Required - Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation
Operator Qualification (OQ) Rule, thus must acquire and maintain qualifications for all covered
tasks assigned to this position under the Districts Operator Qualification Plan. Upon Hire
Required - Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug
and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable
suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire
Required - Pre-employment and/or post-offer physical demands screening. Upon Hire
Required - Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external
customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
Familiarity with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include
familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise
wide software (e.g., SAP). (Entry proficiency)
Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.

Essential Functions
Install and repair pre-stressed concrete, steel, plastic or iron gas and water mains, gas
services and drips,
gas and water valves and hydrants.

Excavate ground using equipment, tools (picks, shovels, spades, probe rods) or by hand to locate
and excavate underground piping systems and facilities.
Prepares and joins pipes and fittings to ensure proper fit and function.
Backfill, tamp, and restore excavations to proper compaction and to original condition.
Direct traffic with the use of flag(s) to safely divert traffic away from work area(s).
Operate a variety of District equipment and vehicles, to include trucks with manual
transmissions.
Perform the physical requirements of position (see attached Physical Demands).
Assist crew members as directed to ensure work performed is completed effectively and in
accordance with established procedures and standards.
Maintain/clean equipment and tools to keep in good working order.

Required for All Jobs
Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures

Physical and Environmental Requirements
Field: Work inside and outside in all weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of
time.


*Please see job posting on our Careers page for a full list of physical demands
*Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position
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