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Pipe Installer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Legacy, Integrity, Team & Excellence Position Description A Pipe Foreman supervises the lay out, assembly and installation of various types and sizes of drain pipe on company projects, water, storm ...

NY · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

Plans drain pipe installation to reduce inference with other project activities and traveling public. * Establish safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards and company safety program.

The Pipe Foreman will supervise pipe project layout, installation, and assembly. As the liaison between workers and supervisors, the Pipe Foreman is the key person overseeing the project's completion ...

Pipe Foreman

Atlantic Beach, FL · On-site

$72K - $104K/yr

The Pipe Foreman manages the lay out, assembly and installation of water, sewer and storm drain piping systems on company projects. Roles and Responsibilities * Study project specifications with ...

Pipe Foreman

Sanford, FL · On-site

$900 - $1.3K/wk

Plan drainpipe installation to reduce interference with other project activities * Supervise and coordinate pipe crew activities including fitting pipe, installing sanitary or storm water sewer ...

PIPE FOREMAN

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$58K - $100K/yr

The Pipe Foreman will supervise pipe project layout, installation, and assembly. As the liaison between workers and supervisors, the Pipe Foreman is the key person overseeing the project's completion ...

Sequences pipe installation to reduce inference with other project activities and the public. * Continually inspects work site, surveying for potential hazards or safety concerns. * Chlorinate, flush ...

FL · On-site

Plans drain pipe installation to reduce inference with other project activities and traveling public. * Establish safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards and company safety program.

PIPE FOREMAN

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$58K - $100K/yr

The Pipe Foreman will supervise pipe project layout, installation, and assembly. As the liaison between workers and supervisors, the Pipe Foreman is the key person overseeing the project's completion ...

PIPE FOREMAN

Boone, NC · On-site

$60 - $90/hr

The Pipe Foreman will supervise pipe project layout, installation, and assembly. As the liaison between workers and supervisors, the Pipe Foreman is the key person overseeing the project's completion ...

Lead Pipe Layer

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

Position Overview The Pipe Layer is responsible for preparing, installing, and inspecting underground piping systems, including storm drains, sanitary sewers, waterlines, and related infrastructure.

NOW HIRING: PIPE FOREMAN Orlando, FL $20-$30/hr (Based on Experience) Site Development ... This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing underground utility installation from start to finish ...

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How much do pipe installer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for pipe installer in the United States is $24.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pipe installer?

Pipe installers are skilled tradespeople who install, assemble, and maintain piping systems used for water, gas, sewage, or other fluids in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Their work involves measuring, cutting, threading, and joining pipes according to blueprints or specifications. Pipe installers use a variety of tools and techniques to ensure the correct installation and functionality of piping systems, often collaborating with other construction professionals. The job requires knowledge of safety standards, plumbing codes, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair piping issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pipe installer?

A Pipe Installer should have strong mechanical skills, knowledge of plumbing codes, and experience with hand and power tools, typically gained through vocational training or apprenticeship. Familiarity with pipe threading machines, pipe cutters, and blueprint reading is essential, and some roles may require specific certifications like OSHA safety training. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are important soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and accurate installation of piping systems, which is critical for construction and infrastructure projects.

What are some common challenges faced by pipe installers on construction sites?

Pipe installers often encounter challenges such as working in confined spaces, dealing with unexpected obstacles like underground utilities, and adapting to changing site conditions. Ensuring precise measurements and alignment is crucial, as even small errors can lead to costly rework. Effective communication and collaboration with other trades, such as electricians and general contractors, are essential to coordinate tasks and prevent project delays. Staying updated on safety protocols is also important to minimize risks while working with heavy equipment and potentially hazardous materials.

What is the difference between Pipe Installer vs Plumber?

AspectPipe InstallerPlumber
CertificationsTypically requires a high school diploma and on-the-job trainingRequires state licensing, often with apprenticeships and exams
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilities, new building projectsResidential, commercial, and industrial settings for repairs and installations
Job ResponsibilitiesInstalling pipes, fittings, and fixtures in new constructionsRepairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting plumbing systems

While both Pipe Installers and Plumbers work with piping systems, Pipe Installers focus mainly on installing pipes in new constructions, often with less formal licensing. Plumbers handle a broader range of tasks, including repairs and maintenance, and typically require licensing. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or service provider.

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Infographic showing various Pipe Installer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,468 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

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Job description

Job Title:         Foreman
Department:  Pipe
Reports to:     Superintendent 
Exempt Status:          
Position Objective/Description:
In addition to hands-on participation, provides direct supervision and coordination for pipe laying crews on major civil construction projects. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Studies project specifications with project superintendent to plan procedures for pipe installation sequencing.
  • Coordinates and supervises daily activities of pipe crew.
  • Directs and operates assigned heavy equipment to excavate, install and backfill large pipe and culvert.
  • Inspects work site to determine sequencing and method of pipe installation and survey for potential hazards or safety concerns.
  • Maintains crew safety and enforces company policies.
  • Plans drain pipe installation to reduce inference with other project activities and traveling public.
  • Establish safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards and company safety program.
  • Comply with federal, state and company environmental policies.
  • Observes assigned equipment to detect machinery malfunctions. Operates machinery to verify repair.
  • Inspects work to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules.
  • Uses instruments such as lasers, grade rods, eye levels and transit levels to set appropriate grade for pipe installation.
  • Reviews employee timecards via HeavyJob.
  • Production and planning of all types of pipe installation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Able to read and accurately interpret construction drawings, blueprints and plans.
  • Thorough knowledge and proven skill working with underground utility pipelines for water, sewer, and drainage.
  • Detail oriented
  • Team player – willingness to work with others
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to manage others, get jobs completed on time.
  • Ability to perform, demonstrate and inspect proper laying of sanitary sewer gravity pipe from 4” to 24” as well as inspect
  • Ability to perform, demonstrate and inspect proper laying of pressure pipes ranging from 4” up to 36” with fittings.
  • Efficient at multi-tasking and working under short time constraints.
  • Must have own basic set of hand tools.

Physical Demands:
  • Ability to perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion, including but not limited to: stand, walk, twist, bend, handle objects, reach outward, and reach above head and shoulders, climb, squat, kneel, bend, and occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, move, drag on flat ground or steep slopes.
  • Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a regular basis; occasionally lift objects weighing over 50 pounds
  • Requires excellent agility, focus, balance, and manual dexterity.
  • Must be able to hear and comprehend oral instructions given in a noisy environment.
  • Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach and grasp with hands and arms.
  • Excellent hand, eye and foot coordination
  • Good vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus

Education / Experience:
  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Five years’ experience working in heavy DOT underground utility
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience supervising installation of pipe/culvert on heavy civil jobs
  • Valid driver’s license and satisfactory MVR
  • 3+ recent years’ experience working as a working Pipe Foreman.

Work Environment:
Regularly works in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and humidity, and is exposed to uneven surfaces and natural terrain.  Frequently works near moving mechanical machinery, and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  May be required to travel, work away from home for extended periods, and work occasional nights and weekends.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Approved By ________________________________________     ____________________
                                    [Name and Title]                                             [Date]
Acknowledged By _____________________________________     ____________________
                                       [Name of Employee]                                                [Date]
 

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively recruiting women and minorities for all open positions.

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