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Pipelayer

The pipelayer directs activities within trenches to ensure pipes are laid to specific tolerances using levels or lasers. They are also responsible for aligning pipes, sealing joints, and installing sanitary and storm water sewer structures.

  • On-site
  • Edmonton, AB
  • Posted Jul 30, 2026
  • Apply by Jul 30, 2027
  • 1 position

Job summary

Overview Pipelayer Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction. Work Local, Work Sureway! Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal Schedule: 10+ hours per day, 6 & 1, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week Location: Edmonton and Surrounding Area’s - no direct access to public transportation Perks: Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching Essential: Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions Requirements: Personal Reliable Vehicle CSA approved steel toed boots with 6” ankle support Pre-employment: Drug and alcohol testing (swab-based test) Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation Pipelayer Responsibilities: Directs activities within the trench to ensure the pipe is laid to the designed vertical and horizontal tolerances using levels or lasers. Align and position pipes to prepare them for welding, cementing or sealing with glue. Monitors backfill of pipe bedding to ensure proper haunch support. Install and repair sanitary and storm water, sewer structures and pipe systems. Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture. This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position. Pipelayer Qualifications: Minimum two (2) years’ experience as a pipelayer. Responsible for assembling, connecting and constructing pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains and water mains. Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes. Aligns pipes and seals joints together with cement or glue. Sureway Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wage Disclaimer: Wage estimates shown on third-party job boards are general estimates only and do not reflect the actual compensation for this position. Actual wages are determined by the company and discussed during the hiring process. #SWSC4 We’re Ready. Are You?

What you’ll do

The pipelayer directs activities within trenches to ensure pipes are laid to specific tolerances using levels or lasers. They are also responsible for aligning pipes, sealing joints, and installing sanitary and storm water sewer structures.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience as a pipelayer and possess a personal reliable vehicle. Additionally, they are required to have CSA-approved steel-toed boots and must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Benefits

• Benefits • RRSP matching • TFSA matching

Other relevant skills

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  • Pipelaying
  • Pipe alignment
  • Trenching
  • Utility installation
  • Sewer system repair
  • Storm water system installation
  • Laser leveling
  • Backfill monitoring
  • Safety program adherence
  • Construction safety
  • Welding preparation
  • Pipe sealing
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Construction
  • Water Supply Networks
  • Pipe (Fluid Conveyance)
  • Sanitation
  • Stormwater Management
  • Subcontracting
  • Sewer Systems
  • Grading (Landscape)

Job areas

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Pipelayer
  • Pipe Fitter
  • Plumbers and Pipe Fitters
  • Pipelayers

Additional details

Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Jul 30, 2027
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week