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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Pipelayer is responsible for the efficient installation of water, sanitary sewer, hydro, and storm water collection systems on civil construction sites. They must ensure proper pipe alignment, manage trench shoring, and perform backfilling and compaction while adhering to strict safety protocols.
Job details
Mainland is hiring! We are looking for experienced Pipelayers to join our team. At Mainland, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to attracting, developing, recognizing and retaining talented employees, and offer a fun, respectful and supportive working environment. Our dedicated team is hardworking, personable, and passionate about safety and delivering quality results. www.mainlandgroup.ca The Opportunity The Pipelayer will be responsible for the efficient installation of a variety of pipes and fittings related to civil construction including water, sanitary sewer, hydro and storm water collection systems. Duties & Responsibilities Work safely on a construction site and promote a safe work environment adhering to safety policies and procedures including participation in safety meetings Work with the Foreman and other team members to ensure pipe is aligned, positioned, and installed in accordance with project specifications Support the safe assembly and use of trench shoring systems Ensure back fill and compaction around pipe to ensure proper positioning and support Maintain equipment and promptly report any maintenance issues Ensure back fill and compaction around pipe to ensure proper positioning and support Train other employees and maintain quality results of work Support other crew members on daily site activities outside of job scope Qualifications, Experience & Skillset Experience in civil utilities including storm, sanitary sewer, water, and hydro Experience using pipe and rotary lasers Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications Working knowledge of pipe grading, survey, and evaluations Able to identify all hazards associated with various aspects of working in civil projects, as well as correctly communicate safety issues as they arise First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset Good communications ability, able to work with variety of individuals Must be physically fit, able to spend most or all of shift standing, walking, lifting, carrying, and working hands-on in an outdoor environment in all types of weather Flexible with hours worked, including overtime and weekend work as needed Willingness to learn and have a good work ethic What we offer Unionized base wage of $43.84/hour (wage subject to negotiation based on candidate's experience), plus 12.5% of gross earnings for vacation / statutory holidays. Union wages and benefits Training and developmental opportunities Strong emphasis on safety To apply: go to www.mainlandgroup.ca/careers Please, no unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you. Only local candidates will be considered.
What you’ll do
The Pipelayer is responsible for the efficient installation of water, sanitary sewer, hydro, and storm water collection systems on civil construction sites. They must ensure proper pipe alignment, manage trench shoring, and perform backfilling and compaction while adhering to strict safety protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must have experience in civil utilities and proficiency with pipe grading, survey tools, and reading technical drawings. Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions are required, along with a commitment to safety and teamwork.
Benefits
- Union wages
- Vacation pay
- Statutory holiday pay
- Training and developmental opportunities
Listed skills
- First Aid · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Pipelaying
- Civil construction
- Pipe installation
- Trench shoring
- Pipe grading
- Surveying
- Rotary lasers
- Reading drawings
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Backfilling
- Compaction
- First aid
- Confined space training
- Fall protection
- Stormwater Collection Systems
- Fall Protection
- Willingness To Learn
- Strong Work Ethic
- First Aid
- Construction
- Communication
- Pipe (Fluid Conveyance)
- Negotiation
- Sanitary Sewer
- Trenching
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Engineering
- Energy
- Pipelayer
- Pipe Fitter
- Plumbers and Pipe Fitters
- Pipelayers
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