Civil Pipelayer

Civil Pipelayer
Job Number # 
24498
Employer 
Local Employer
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
2
Date Posted 
Aug 31, 2022
Apply By 
Sep 28, 2022
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Full Time
Wage 
Competitive Based on Experience - Benefits after probationary period
NOC Code 
7442
Source 
Employer
Details 

The Civil Pipe Layer position will involve the performance of various activities such as:

  • Reading blueprints, specifications and technical drawings
  • Setting elevations and grades for roads, underground utilities and site prep
  • Installing civil utility components such as pipes and manholes to establish electrical, water, sanitary sewer, and storm systems
  • Aligning, positioning and sealing pipes
  • Checking slopes using lasers or levels
  • Layout of pipe routes
  • Coordination of pipe routes in accordance to technical drawings and specifications
  • Communicating & coordinating with heavy equipment operators
  • Working in confined spaces such as trenches, manholes, etc.
  • Assisting heavy equipment operators with equipment attachments
  • Operating small machinery, equipment and tools such as compactors, rollers, etc
  • Daily involvement in safety conscious activities
  • Other various construction related activities
Qualifications 

All applicants applying for the position should have the following qualifications and experience:

  • At least 2 year of civil construction experience that involved installing utility components for water, sanitary, storm, etc. systems (MANDATORY)
  • Experience coordinating with grade-men, equipment operators and foreman
  • Experience with laser levels and locators
  • Experience with interpreting plans and civil/engineering drawings
  • Effective Communication skills (English)
  • Understanding of current OH&S safe work practices and regulations
  • Ability to work 5 days a week, 8+ hours per day
  • Ability to take direction from Superintendent
  • Ability to work outside in various weather conditions
  • Confined Space Certificate
  • First Aid would be an asset
  • Ability to work well within a team environment
How to Apply