Pipe Layer

Make your impact on South Carolina!

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on your community? At J.C. Wilkie Construction, we’re not just building infrastructure, we’re shaping the future of South Carolina! As a leading, privately owned company specializing in water and sewer installation, storm drainage, and roadway construction, we’re on a thrilling growth trajectory, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

Why choose us? Here are just a few of the incredible benefits that come with being a member of our team:

• Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority.
• Health Coverage: Your health matters to us. That's why the company covers more than 80% of employee medical insurance costs.
• Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered with company-paid life insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to recharge and enjoy life.
• Secure Your Future: Our 401(k) plan includes a generous match—100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%.
• Profit Sharing: Share in the success of our company!

We can't wait to meet you and share the exciting opportunities that await at J.C. Wilkie Construction. Let’s build something great together!

Our company is currently seeking a Storm Water and Sewer Pipe Layer to support projects in the Columbia/Lexington areas. They are responsible for installing, aligning, and joining storm drainage and sanitary sewer pipes according to project plans and specifications. This position plays a critical role in underground utility construction, ensuring safe accurate placement of pipelines in trenches. 

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Install storm water, sanitary sewer, and other underground piping systems, using a variety of pipe materials (e.g., RCP, PVC, HDPE)
• Read and interpret blueprints, job site drawings, and grade stakes to determine pipe placement and elevation.
• Check slopes and pipe alignment using, lasers, levels, and transits.
• Cut pipes to required lengths and fit pipe segments together using hand tools or heavy equipment.
• Ensure proper sealing, and back filling of pipe trenches.
• Operate or assist in operating trenching machines, and other related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures for confined spaces and trench safety.
• Communicate effectively with foreman, equipment operators, and crew members.
• Perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment.