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Tri-city Groundbreakers

Pipelayer Laborer

Midland, MI · On-site

$19 - $35/hr

Union Health Care * Pension * Union Provided Training * Career Development Pipelayer duties include, but are not limited to: * Installation of water mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers.

Tri-city Groundbreakers

Pipelayer Laborer

Midland, MI · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

Union Health Care * Pension * Union Provided Training * Career Development Pipelayer duties include, but are not limited to: * Installation of water mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers.

Fessler & Bowman Inc

Construction Pipelayer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

Fessler & Bowman

Construction Pipelayer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

Veitusa

Pipelayer (Utilities)

New Berlin, WI

$18.75 - $24.50/hr

The utilities pipelayer is responsible for providing physical labor at construction project sites ... Union affiliation or willingness to take the necessary steps to join the union. * Position requires ...

Fessler & Bowman

Construction Pipelayer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

Fessler & Bowman Inc

Construction Pipelayer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

Veit

Pipelayer (Utilities)

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$18.75 - $24.50/hr

The utilities pipelayer is responsible for providing physical labor at construction project sites ... Union affiliation or willingness to take the necessary steps to join the union. * Position requires ...

Walbec Group

Utility Pipelayer Laborer

Madison, WI

$18 - $23/hr

The pipelayer will also assist with keeping machines and equipment maintained, assist in clean-up ... Union membership is not required prior to employment. * 3-5 years road construction laborer ...

Walbec Group

Utility Pipelayer Laborer

Verona, NJ

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

The pipelayer will also assist with keeping machines and equipment maintained, assist in clean-up ... Union membership is not required prior to employment. * 3-5 years road construction laborer ...

Walbec Group

Utility Pipelayer Laborer

Madison, WI · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

The pipelayer will also assist with keeping machines and equipment maintained, assist in clean-up ... Union membership is not required prior to employment. * 3-5 years road construction laborer ...

Fessler & Bowman

Pipelayer - Laborer

Holly, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

Fessler & Bowman

Pipelayer - Laborer

Holly, MI

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

Fessler & Bowman Inc

Pipelayer - Laborer

Holly, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

As a pipelayer, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not ... Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: * Medical ...

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How much do union pipelayer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for union pipelayer in the United States is $21.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a union pipelayer?

Union Pipelayers are skilled tradespeople who install, maintain, and repair pipelines for water, sewer, gas, and other utilities, often as members of a labor union. They work on construction sites, collaborating with other workers to lay pipe underground or in trenches, ensuring that pipelines are properly aligned, connected, and tested for leaks. Union membership typically provides pipelayers with benefits such as collective bargaining, better wages, health insurance, and safer working conditions. The job requires physical strength, attention to detail, and knowledge of safety regulations and construction practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a union pipelayer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Union Pipelayer, you need strong physical stamina, knowledge of pipe systems, and experience with construction practices, often gained through apprenticeship or vocational training. Familiarity with tools such as pipe lasers, trenchers, and safety equipment, as well as OSHA safety certifications, is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring projects run smoothly and safely. These competencies are essential for maintaining high-quality work, minimizing risks, and meeting project deadlines in demanding environments.

What are some common challenges union pipelayers face on the job site, and how can they be managed?

Union pipelayers often encounter challenges such as working in variable weather conditions, handling heavy materials, and ensuring precise alignment of pipes underground. Effective communication with crew members and adherence to safety protocols are essential to manage these challenges. Regular training and collaboration with supervisors and inspectors help ensure that installations meet industry standards and minimize risks associated with trench work and equipment operation.

What is the difference between Union Pipelayer vs Union Pipefitter?

AspectUnion PipelayerUnion Pipefitter
CertificationsOSHA safety training, state-specific licensesOSHA safety training, pipefitting certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor and undergroundIndustrial plants, HVAC, plumbing systems
Industry UsageHeavy construction, infrastructure projectsManufacturing, commercial, and industrial facilities

Union Pipelayers primarily focus on laying pipes for infrastructure projects, working outdoors on construction sites. Union Pipefitters install and maintain piping systems in industrial and commercial settings. While both roles require safety training and similar certifications, their work environments and project types differ, with pipelayers emphasizing outdoor infrastructure and pipefitters specializing in indoor systems.

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What states have the most Union Pipelayer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Union Pipelayer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, and 94% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,248 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Pipelayer Laborer

Midland, MI • On-site

Tri-City Groundbreakers, Inc
Construction • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Tri-City Groundbreakers, Incexternal

$19 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Tri-City Groundbreakers, Inc. is a tight-knit, family-owned excavating contractor who is looking for experienced skilled trades personnel that love the smell of dirt in the morning and wants to be an integral part of the growth and development of one of mid-Michigan's top underground contractors.


We are located in Midland, Michigan however our jobs can be found all over the state, including mid-Michigan, Flint, Lansing, and the Detroit metro area. All of our Trades employees report directly to the jobsite.


Tri-City Groundbreakers, Inc is a union shop so employees can enjoy competitive wages and a full benefits package including:

  • Union Health Care
  • Pension
  • Union Provided Training
  • Career Development


Pipelayer duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Installation of water mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers.
  • Experience working with and around heavy equipment and around trench protection devices
  • Safely working around existing underground utilities
  • Working with pipe lasers, line guns, and transits
  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions; including but not limited to, snow, rain and varying temperatures
  • Works safely near and around highway traffic and noisy operations
  • Ability to lift or carry up to 10 or 25 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 lbs


An Equal Opportunity Employer

Tri-City Groundbreakers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4.

It is the policy of this Company to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age or disability. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training.


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