Pipelayers

Top 3 Pipelayer Jobs

  • Pipelayer - Double D Pipeline Inc - Riverside, CA

    Experienced pipelayer for water, sewer, and storm drain for underground utility company. Minimum experience is 5 years in underground wet utilities, 3 years' experience as a pipelayer . Applicant must ...

  • Pipelayer - Pacific West Environmental & Infrastructure - Phoenix, AZ

    As a Pipelayer , you will be responsible for installing and repairing underground pipelines for various projects. This is a physically demanding role that requires experience in heavy equipment ...

  • PipeLayer - BHI - Ogden, UT

    Inc. is looking to hire a full-time PipeLayer to assist in civil construction and earthworks projects while adhering to all current safety standards. Pipelayers also have the opportunity to learn ...

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What Pipelayers Do

Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints. Excludes Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers.


Pipelayer Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 35,100
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $45,980

Job Outlook for Pipelayers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -500
  • Growth rate: -1 percent (Little or no change)

How to Become a Pipelayer

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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