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.