Reporting to Foreman, a Pipelayer will be responsible for preparing and installing underground pipe, including but not limited to: sewer, storm, water or gas, power, and cable (depending on the utility group – Deep or Shallow Utilities).
General Responsibilities:
- Assist other workers with general labour activities during trenching and the laying of pipe.
- Load, unload, and move construction materials around the worksite.
- Manually remove large rocks and debris turned up by heavy equipment, ensuring all revealed rocks and debris are clear.
- Understand, interpret, and follow directions from supervisors as to the required work area.
- Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
- Work independently, completing tasks as pertaining to the process of laying pipe on line and grade.
- Ensure the pipe is properly bedded before backfilling occurs.
- Using a rake or shovel, spread gravel and other construction materials for padding, setting structures, or other utilities and piping.
- Ensure all work is conducted in a safe and responsible manner.
- Shovel around live utilities to expose them without damaging them.
- Be aware of changes to materials and techniques. Adapt easily to those changes.
- Work with a variety of hand and power tools used in underground utility installation, and a variety of materials.
- Be aware of proper slinging of pipes, structures, etc., and ensure safe work procedures are followed during the lowering of materials into the excavation.
- Other construction and general labor related duties as required.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
- Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract (as per Company Policy), is preferred.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience within the underground utility construction industry.
- Must be physically fit and able to repetitively lift and carry at least 40 LBS on a regular basis.
Note: We promote a safe work environment with a substance abuse testing program.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
About Volker Stevin Contracting
Since 1978 Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. has been one of the premier civil contractors in the Calgary region. We are a well-established, and highly respected general contractor with a wealth of experience, and expertise in projects ranging from $10,000 to $150,000,000. We take great pride in delivering top quality projects on time, and on budget. As one of the larger local contractors, we have the personnel, resources, and equipment to ensure timely delivery of the projects to which we commit. Our resource pool offers us approximately 800 employees, from general laborers to the most highly skilled equipment operators, foremen, superintendents, and project managers, all within the City of Calgary and area.Apply now for Pipelayer – Deep Utilities
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