Pipelayer

Sewage Pipelayer, Underground Construction

 

Job Locations: The position requires travel to various locations in the Edmonton region (AB). The employer provides transportation when the job site is outside of the City of Edmonton.

 

Wage: $26.00 to $38.00 / hour (based on experience; salary increases as per Company policy); performance bonus per company policy.

 

Employment terms and conditions: Seasonal, Full-Time, 40 to 60 hours/week (weather-dependent), Morning, Day, Weekend, Overtime

 

Benefits: Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)

 

Vacancies: 12

 

Anticipated start date:  Spring 2025 (Actual start date is weather-dependent)

 

Job requirements:

 

Language: Basic English

 

Education: Not required

 

Experience: 3 years of related experience

 

Work Setting: Sewers and water mains

 

Area of specialization: Laser levelling/aligning

 

Construction specialization: Pipelines, Underground Construction, Water mains, Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction

 

Work Site Environment:  Outdoors, Underground, Confined spaces, Dangerous, Dusty

 

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Overtime required, Attention to detail, Tight deadlines, Repetitive tasks, Manual dexterity

 

Weight Handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

 

Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player

 

Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots

 

Security and safety: Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements

 

Duties:

Reporting to the Foreman, the Pipelayer will be responsible for preparing and installing underground sewer pipelines and water mains as required.

  • Load, unload, and transport construction materials,
  • Aligning pipes during sewer pipeline construction,
  • Level earth to fine-grade specifications,
  • Ensure blueprint specifications are followed,
  • Use laser levels, grade rods, or transit levels to ensure correct configuration & alignment of pipes,
  • Ensure the pipe is compliant with specifications with bedding, grade, and cover compaction,
  • Ensure company policies are followed to mitigate any damage to both overhead/underground utilities, property, and equipment,
  • Inspect places where pipes are fitted together to ensure pipes are spaced out properly and according to specifications,
  • Ensure pipes are bedded and covered with appropriate dirt or other material,
  • Mentor and guide helpers and new employees,
  • Know, understand, and ensure compliance with safety regulations,
  • Know and follow the company’s rules, policies, and procedures.