Pipelayer Jobs
Pipelayer jobs are open across construction, municipal utilities, oil and gas, and civil engineering contractors, at every level from entry-level laborer to lead and foreman, with specializations in water and sewer systems, gas distribution pipelines, and storm drainage. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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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
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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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- FlatironDragados6
- Kinsley Construction4
- Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction2
- Alamo Nex Construction1
- Ames Construction1
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate22
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Chemicals & Materials1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pipelayer jobs.
- 1-3 years of experience installing water, sewer, or storm drain pipeline systems
- OSHA 10 Construction certification or willingness to obtain before start date
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, grading plans, and utility blueprints
- Physical ability to work in confined spaces and trenches up to required OSHA safety depths
- Experience operating hand tools and small power equipment including compactors and pipe lasers
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to active job sites
Tips for Your Pipelayer Job Search
List your pipe materials experience explicitly
Foremen scanning resumes want to see the specific pipe types you've worked with, whether ductile iron, HDPE, PVC, or concrete. Don't bury it in a generic skills list. Put it in a dedicated line near the top so hiring managers can qualify you immediately.
Get your OSHA 10 before applying
Most commercial and municipal pipelayer postings list OSHA 10 Construction as a minimum requirement. Having the card in hand before you apply removes a common screening barrier, and it signals you're ready to work on regulated job sites without extra onboarding.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pipelayer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by project type not just title
A pipelayer posting on a highway drainage contract requires different daily tasks than one on a residential water main crew. Read the project scope in each listing and tailor your cover note to the specific infrastructure type the employer is actively building.
Quantify trench depth and footage on your resume
Hiring supervisors care about the scale of work you've done. Replace vague phrases like 'assisted with excavation' with specifics such as trench depths you've safely worked in or approximate total footage laid on a single project to give your experience real weight.
Prepare to answer grade and slope questions in interviews
Interviewers on civil and utility crews commonly ask how you verify pipe grade and maintain slope during installation. Walk through your method step by step, including how you use a laser level or string line, so you demonstrate field competence rather than just familiarity with the terms.
Pipelayer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pipelayers?
The companies hiring the most pipelayers right now include FlatironDragados, Kinsley Construction, and Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is especially concentrated around active municipal infrastructure projects and new residential utility buildouts.
How many pipelayer jobs are remote?
About 0% of pipelayer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is low compared to most trades since the core work requires physical on-site installation. The roles most likely to offer any remote component are project coordinator or estimating positions that overlap with field pipelayer experience.
How do you become a pipelayer?
You become a pipelayer by completing a union apprenticeship through a local chapter of the Laborers International Union or the United Association, or by starting as a general laborer on a utility or civil crew and moving into pipeline work under an experienced journeyman. Most apprenticeship programs combine paid on-the-job hours with classroom instruction covering pipe materials, trench safety, and grade control.
Can you get hired as a pipelayer with no experience?
Yes, many crews hire entry-level helpers who learn pipelaying on the job under a journeyman or lead pipelayer. Your chances improve significantly if you already hold an OSHA 10 card, can demonstrate physical readiness for trench work, and apply to union apprenticeship programs that are specifically designed to bring in candidates with no prior pipeline experience.
What does the pipelayer interview process look like?
Most pipelayer interviews start with a short phone screen from a field supervisor or HR coordinator to confirm your availability and certifications. An in-person meeting typically follows, where you're asked about specific pipe materials you've installed, how you maintain grade during a run, and your experience with trench shoring or shielding. Some contractors ask you to complete a brief practical skills assessment on site.
Where can I find and apply to pipelayer jobs?
You can find and apply to pipelayer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from contractors, municipal utilities, and civil construction firms across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing.
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