Pipe Layer & Fitter

EMPLOYMENT / PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY

Vacancy No.: 26-309-1

Title of Position: Pipe Layer & Fitter, Water Department-Field Division

Salary Range: $26.29 - $33.47 per hour/40 hours per week

Date Posted: November 5, 2026

Deadline for Applying: November 20, 2026

Remarks: This is a Classified/Bargaining Unit Position. Examination Weight: 60% Written / 40% Oral

Summary: Works under the general supervision of the Field Supervisor and Water Program Manager and performs skilled and semi-skilled work necessary for the installation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and construction of the City’s water transmission and distribution system, including water mains, service connections, valves, fittings, and related appurtenances. Performs excavation, pipe laying, fitting, and related field work to maintain reliable water service and support infrastructure improvements. Duties include:

• Installs, lays out, assembles, connects, repairs, and replaces water transmission and distribution mains and associated pipe, fittings, valves, and appurtenances.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, and replaces water service lines, corporation stops, curb stops, tapping sleeves, and related service connections.
• Performs pipe cutting, fitting, joint assembly, tapping, connection, and installation work using equipment and techniques appropriate for the pipe material and site conditions.
• Assists with water main breaks, service leaks, valve repairs, planned shutdowns, temporary water service, and restoration of water service.
• Locates, exposes, operates, and assists with maintenance or replacement of water system valves and related.
• Operates or assists in operating trucks, pumps, air compressors, jackhammers, tapping machines, compactors, and other tools and equipment necessary to the trade.
• Assists with pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, and return-to-service activities as directed and in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Responsible for work zone safety, and the safe trenching and shoring of all excavations before entry.
• Follows utility mark-out requirements, safe excavation and trench practices, traffic-control procedures, and applicable safety requirements; uses appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Participates in emergency calls and responds to water system emergencies, including water main breaks and service interruptions, during nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the Water Division.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Education & Experience: High school diploma or successful completion of general educational development program (GED) and a minimum of three years of related experience in the field of water distribution, pipe laying and fitting, excavation or other experience related to the job; or a combination of substantially equivalent education and experience.

NOTE: Must possess and maintain a RI Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with airbrake endorsement; and must obtain a Rhode Island Grade 1D Water Distribution Operator certification issued by the RI Department of Health within one year of appointment and maintain it as a condition of employment.

The City of Warwick offers a robust menu of employer provided benefits to include individual and family health and dental insurance; paid time off to include holidays, vacation, personal time and sick leave; pension, life insurance, and optional, supplemental retirement plans.

https://www.warwickri.gov/personnel-department/webforms/submit-application-or-resume

THE CITY OF WARWICK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Qualifications

High school diploma or successful completion of general educational development program (GED) and a minimum of three years of related experience in the field of water distribution, pipe laying and fitting, excavation or other experience related to the job; or a combination of substantially equivalent education and experience. Special Requirements Must possess and maintain a RI Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with airbrake endorsement; and must obtain a Rhode Island Grade 1D Water Distribution Operator certification issued by the RI Department of Health within one year of appointment and maintain it as a condition of employment.