Job Overview:
Primoris Pipeline is seeking experienced Skilled Laborers to support pipeline construction projects in Cameron, LA. This position is responsible for assisting crews with grading, excavation layout, stake placement, utility installation support, and general construction activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong construction knowledge, work independently with minimal supervision, and maintain a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Measure distances from grade stakes and verify elevations to support excavation and pipeline installation activities.
Drive stakes, stretch string lines, and assist with grade control operations.
Level earth to fine-grade specifications using hand tools and shovels.
Assist crews with trenching, excavation, subgrade preparation, and pipe installation activities.
Direct truck drivers and equipment operators to designated dumping locations to maintain proper grades and site specifications.
Assist heavy equipment operators by signaling, verifying grades, and supporting excavation operations.
Erect shoring, braces, and assist with excavation safety systems as required.
Assist with pump installations, well-point systems, and dewatering operations.
Support concrete crews by adding or removing material to maintain proper grade and finish requirements.
Stack and organize construction materials for reuse and project efficiency.
Safely operate hand tools and small power tools.
May serve as a lead laborer, directing work activities of other laborers as assigned.
Perform routine construction tasks independently and exercise sound judgment when completing assigned work.
Conduct all work in accordance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience in pipeline, utility, heavy civil, industrial construction, or general labor environments preferred.
Ability to read grade stakes, follow project specifications, and work from verbal or written instructions.
Knowledge of excavation, grading, trenching, and utility construction practices preferred.
Experience working around heavy equipment and active construction operations.
Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
Must successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including drug and alcohol screening, physical evaluation, and orientation requirements.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb for extended periods.
Ability to work on uneven surfaces including dirt, mud, gravel, concrete, and asphalt.
Ability to work at heights, in excavations, and within confined spaces when required.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators when necessary.
Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, and travel as project needs require.
Work Environment
This position primarily works in outdoor industrial and construction environments and may be exposed to:
Uneven terrain and obstructed work areas.
Elevated work surfaces and confined spaces.
Extreme heat, cold, humidity, rain, and other weather conditions.
Noise from construction equipment, machinery, and power tools.
Dust, dirt, and potential exposure to industrial chemicals and substances.
Active heavy equipment and construction operations.
Company Overview:
Benefits:
Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
Pet coverage for your furry friends.
Legal assistance coverage.
Award-winning safety programs.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Agency Statement
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
