Pipelayer - Civil Construction
- Edmonton, AB
- On-site
- Posted Sep 19, 2026
- 1 position
$32–$40 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Pipelayer is responsible for installing underground water, sewer, and storm systems while ensuring proper line and grade. They work closely with operators and Topmen to prepare trench bottoms and manage pipe connections and backfilling.
Job details
Pipelayer - Civil Construction Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects) Company: Blackline Civil Position Type: Full-Time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Pipelayer to install underground water, sewer, and storm systems. The successful candidate will work in trenches alongside operators and Topman to ensure pipe is installed safely and to proper line and grade. Key Responsibilities Install water, sewer, and storm pipes Prepare trench bottoms (bedding, leveling, compacting) Align and connect pipe to proper line and grade Work with Topman and excavator operator during trenching Install manholes, catch basins, and fittings Check pipe elevations using lasers or grade rods Ensure proper compaction and backfill Follow all safety procedures and regulations Qualifications & Experience 2–5+ years experience in underground utility construction Strong knowledge of: Pipe installation methods Line & grade Trench safety Ability to read basic construction drawings Experience working in trenches and around heavy equipment Physically fit and able to handle demanding work What We’re Looking For Strong line & grade skills Experience with different pipe types and sizes High accountability Team-first mindset with a focus on execution Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience Extended health and benefits package Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division Strong pipeline of work across Alberta
What you’ll do
The Pipelayer is responsible for installing underground water, sewer, and storm systems while ensuring proper line and grade. They work closely with operators and Topmen to prepare trench bottoms and manage pipe connections and backfilling.
Requirements
Candidates must have 2-5 years of experience in underground utility construction and a strong understanding of trench safety and pipe installation methods. The role requires physical fitness and the ability to interpret construction drawings.
Benefits
• Extended health • Benefits package
Listed skills
- Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Pipe installation
- Underground utility construction
- Line and grade
- Trench safety
- Reading construction drawings
- Heavy equipment operation
- Manhole installation
- Catch basin installation
- Compaction
- Backfill
- Laser leveling
- Grade rods
- Underground Utilities
- Pipefitting
- Accountability
- BlackLine (Accounting Software)
- Safety Procedures
- Architectural Drawing
- Levelling
- Trenching
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Pipelayer
- Pipe Fitter
- Plumbers and Pipe Fitters
- Pipelayers
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