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Pipelayer roles in water, sewer, and gas infrastructure can qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers in construction and utility sectors file with DOL to document recruitment efforts before sponsoring a foreign worker for permanent residency. If you hold relevant trade credentials and work experience, green card sponsorship is a realistic path.
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MasTec Civil is currently hiring for Pipe Layers in the Tampa, FL area. The Pipelayer works to ensure proper installation of the designated pipeline. Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. In doing so, client satisfaction is of primary importance to us, and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities
- Install sanitary and stormwater sewer structures, pipe systems, leachate systems, and waterlines made of concrete, ductile iron, PVC, HDPE materials, copper, corrugated metal, and other materials as applicable to the job.
- Lay out pipe routes, following written instructions or blueprints, and coordinating layouts with supervisors.
- Locate existing pipes.
- Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices.
- Check slopes for conformance to requirements using levels or lasers.
- Dig trenches to desired or required depths using trenching tools or track hoes.
- Cut pipes to required lengths.
- Align and position pipes to prepare them for fusion or sealing.
- Connect pipe pieces and seal joints using fusing equipment, cement, or glue.
- Cover pipes with earth or other materials.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Fusing – specifically if laying HDPE Piping.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment to remove and replace soils and earth.
- Determine the grade of trenching using tools, including lasers and transit levels.
- Operate cutting equipment to cut various types of piping materials.
- Operate small, powered equipment, including tampers.
- Cut, fit, and seal various types of piping.
- Ability to communicate effectively with crew members.
- Ability to think logically about the work at hand and compare site conditions with project designs.
- Ability to read blueprints and other project-related documents.
- Ability to use email, smartphone, tablet, or computer to manage company information and documents.
- Must be able to maintain acceptable attendance standards per the employee handbook.
- 1-year construction related experience (roads, highways, bridges, etc.)
- Completion of High School or secondary education is preferred.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Financial Wellbeing
- Compensation commensurate with experience.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
- Group legal plan.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
SERVICE LINE (UKG): NAME
CAI-MasTec Civil, LLC
INTRODUCTION
MasTec Civil is currently hiring for Pipe Layers in the Tampa, FL area. The Pipelayer works to ensure proper installation of the designated pipeline. Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. In doing so, client satisfaction is of primary importance to us, and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities
- Install sanitary and stormwater sewer structures, pipe systems, leachate systems, and waterlines made of concrete, ductile iron, PVC, HDPE materials, copper, corrugated metal, and other materials as applicable to the job.
- Lay out pipe routes, following written instructions or blueprints, and coordinating layouts with supervisors.
- Locate existing pipes.
- Tap and drill holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary lines or devices.
- Check slopes for conformance to requirements using levels or lasers.
- Dig trenches to desired or required depths using trenching tools or track hoes.
- Cut pipes to required lengths.
- Align and position pipes to prepare them for fusion or sealing.
- Connect pipe pieces and seal joints using fusing equipment, cement, or glue.
- Cover pipes with earth or other materials.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Fusing – specifically if laying HDPE Piping.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment to remove and replace soils and earth.
- Determine the grade of trenching using tools, including lasers and transit levels.
- Operate cutting equipment to cut various types of piping materials.
- Operate small, powered equipment, including tampers.
- Cut, fit, and seal various types of piping.
- Ability to communicate effectively with crew members.
- Ability to think logically about the work at hand and compare site conditions with project designs.
- Ability to read blueprints and other project-related documents.
- Ability to use email, smartphone, tablet, or computer to manage company information and documents.
- Must be able to maintain acceptable attendance standards per the employee handbook.
- 1-year construction related experience (roads, highways, bridges, etc.)
- Completion of High School or secondary education is preferred.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Financial Wellbeing
- Compensation commensurate with experience.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
- Group legal plan.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
SERVICE LINE (UKG): NAME
CAI-MasTec Civil, LLC
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Pipelayer
Document your pipefitting credentials before applying
Gather journeyman cards, apprenticeship completion certificates, and any state-issued plumbing or gas licenses. PERM requires your employer to verify you meet the minimum job requirements, so having credentials authenticated early prevents delays during the labor certification stage.
Target utility and municipal contractors actively sponsoring
Water authority contractors, natural gas distributors, and large civil construction firms are the employers most likely to sponsor pipelayer roles. Search OFLC Wage Search to find which occupation codes and wage levels correspond to pipelayer positions in your target metro area.
Search verified green card employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter pipelayer openings by employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have filed PERM applications for skilled trades roles cuts your search time significantly compared to cold outreach.
Understand EB-3 prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for pipelayer work in your specific county. Check the OFLC Wage Search for the Level I through Level IV rates before you receive an offer, so you can spot if a proposed salary would jeopardize the PERM filing.
Ask employers about their PERM timeline expectations upfront
PERM labor certification alone typically takes six to twelve months, followed by I-140 adjudication and adjustment of status. Confirm your prospective employer has prior PERM experience or an immigration attorney on retainer before accepting a role tied to sponsorship.
Check your O*NET profile to align your resume language
The O*NET occupation profile for pipelayers lists the tasks, tools, and skills DOL expects to see in a PERM job description. Matching your resume terminology to that profile strengthens the employer's documentation that you genuinely qualify for the sponsored position.
Green Card Pipelayer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a pipelayer role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Pipelayer positions typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then petitions USCIS using Form I-140 before you can apply for adjustment of status.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a pipelayer?
The H-1B visa requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty occupation and is subject to an annual lottery cap, making it unsuitable for most trades roles. EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship has no lottery, no degree requirement beyond documented experience, and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The trade-off is a longer total timeline, often two to four years or more depending on your country of birth.
What documents do I need to support a PERM application as a pipelayer?
You'll need evidence of the minimum qualifications stated in the job offer, typically journeyman certificates, apprenticeship records, state trade licenses, and prior employment verification. Your employer's attorney assembles the PERM application, but you should have these documents authenticated and translated if they're from outside the U.S. before the process begins.
Where can I find pipelayer jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for this search, letting you filter construction and utility roles by employers with EB-3 sponsorship history. Focusing on companies that have already filed PERM applications for skilled trades positions is far more efficient than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship after the fact.
Can my country of birth affect how long my EB-3 green card takes?
Yes. Applicants born in countries with high demand for employment-based visas, particularly India and China, face priority date backlogs that can extend the wait significantly beyond the base PERM and I-140 processing period. Applicants born in most other countries typically face shorter waits. USCIS publishes the monthly Visa Bulletin showing current priority dates by category and country of birth.