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LaRiviere, Inc.

Experienced Pipe Layers

Caldwell, ID · On-site

Salary: $20.00 -$38.00 Hour DOE Looking for experienced pipe layers, topman, and pipe crew members doing water, sewer, and storm water pipe installation in the Boise, ID / Caldwell ID Region. Must be ...

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Experienced Pipe Layers & Pipe Foreman Positions

LaRiviere, Inc.

Coeur D Alene, ID • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Salary: Depends on Experience

Job Description:

Looking for pipe layers and foremen with experience with water, sewer, and storm water pipe installation in the Coeur d' Alene, Idaho /Spokane Washington Region.


Must be comfortable and physically capable of working in a trench and doing manual labor tasks. Dependability and a strong work ethic are expected. All skill levels are welcome to apply. Pay will be based on experience level and work history.


Qualifications:


Understanding of blueprints, schematics, city maps and other documents

Mastery of pipe-laying and construction methods

Ability to operate hand tools and heavy machinery, such as excavators and winches

Attention to detail and accurate measuring skills

Knowledge of industry regulations

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills


LaRiviere, Inc offers a generous benefit package to all of our employees including paid Medical Insurance for the employee, paid holidays, PTO, and automatic employer paid 401k contributions.

Job requires regularly climbing a ladder, shoveling, lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted and working in all weather conditions and varying temperatures.


Some travel may be required.

LaRiviere, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All LaRiviere, Inc. subcontractors and vendors agree they will abide by the equal opportunity provisions of 41CFR 60-1.4.