Municipal Pipe Layer

Municipal Pipe Layer

Company: Infracon Group of Companies
Location: Prince Rupert BC
Type: Full-Time / Project-Based
Wage Range: $27.00 $33.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

The Infracon Group of Companies is seeking experienced Municipal Pipe Layers with a strong grade focus for an upcoming municipal sewer and waterinfrastructure project in Prince Rupert BC.

We are looking to connect with skilled pipe layers who can support the safe accurate and efficient installation of sewer water storm drainage manholes and related underground civil infrastructure.

This role is best suited for a hands-on pipe layer with strong municipal and civil construction experience including working to grade reading grade stakes using pipe lasers supporting manhole and pipe installs and working safely in and around trenches shoring excavators and active roadwork environments.

The successful candidate will work closely with Pipe Foremen excavator operators labourers surveyors inspectors and project teams to ensure pipe and underground utilities are installed accurately safely and to project specifications. We are looking for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship understands municipal utility installation and can contribute to productive well-coordinated civil construction operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Municipal Pipe Layer who enjoys infrastructure work and wants to be part of a team delivering important civil projects across Western Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Pipe Installation & Grade Control

• Install sanitary sewer storm sewer watermain culverts drainage systems and related municipal underground utilities
• Set align grade and connect pipe according to drawings specifications grade stakes and field direction

• Work with pipe lasers levels grade rods string lines stakes hubs and other layout tools to support accurate pipe installation
• Check grades slopes elevations pipe bedding alignment and connections throughout installation
• Assist with manhole catch basin valve fitting hydrant service tie-in and related municipal infrastructure installation
• Support pipe bedding haunching backfill preparation compaction and trench cleanup
• Identify grade conflicts utility conflicts alignment issues or constructability concerns and report them promptly to supervision

Municipal Underground Utility Work

• Support installation of sewer water storm drainage and municipal utility systems
• Work safely in and around trenches excavations shoring systems existing utilities and active equipment
• Assist with connecting pipe sections fittings services tie-ins manholes catch basins valves and hydrants
• Support pressure testing flushing inspections deficiency corrections and preparation for backfill as required
• Assist with utility crossings live services tie-ins and work in congested municipal environments
• Help ensure installations are completed to specification and ready for inspection backfill road grading curb and gutter sidewalk and surface restoration

Trenching Shoring & Excavation Support

• Work safely around trench boxes shoring systems sloped excavations access/egress points spoil piles and excavation edges
• Assist with trench preparation pipe zone work bedding placement backfill support and compaction activities
• Follow safe trenching excavation confined space and ground disturbance procedures where applicable
• Maintain awareness of trench conditions groundwater soil stability overhead hazards underground utilities and changing site conditions
• Communicate clearly with excavator operators spotters foremen and ground crews during trench work
• Stop and report unsafe conditions or concerns immediately

Civil Construction Support

• Support road construction grading curb and gutter sidewalk drainage surface restoration and general municipal infrastructure work as required
• Assist with site preparation cleanup material handling and staging of pipe fittings bedding tools and supplies
• Work closely with foremen surveyors equipment operators labourers inspectors and project teams
• Support efficient sequencing of pipe work with grading concrete paving and restoration activities
• Maintain clean safe and organized work areas
• Adapt to changing project requirements site conditions weather and operational priorities

Tools Materials & Site Organization

• Use hand tools pipe tools lasers levels measuring tools compactors pumps and small equipment safely and effectively
• Load unload move stage and organize pipe fittings valves manhole components bedding and related materials
• Inspect materials for damage or defects before installation
• Keep tools equipment pipe materials and work zones organized and ready for use
• Assist with daily setup shutdown housekeeping and equipment/material checks
• Report damaged tools missing materials or site concerns to supervision

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company client and project safety policies procedures and safe work practices
• Participate in daily safety meetings toolbox talks field-level hazard assessments inspections and site orientations
• Use required personal protective equipment at all times
• Maintain strong awareness around trenches excavations heavy equipment traffic utilities shoring slopes and changing site conditions
• Identify and report hazards incidents near misses unsafe conditions utility concerns and environmental issues
• Follow site-specific traffic management excavation trenching shoring and confined space requirements
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe production quality teamwork and professional conduct

What You Bring

• Strong pipe laying experience on municipal infrastructure civil construction or underground utility projects
• Solid understanding of sewer water storm drainage manhole installation trenching shoring and municipal utility tie-ins
• Strong grade awareness and ability to work accurately with pipe lasers grade stakes elevations slopes offsets and alignments
• Experience with pipe bedding haunching backfill compaction testing support and inspection preparation
• Experience working in active municipal construction environments including roadworks traffic control areas existing utilities and public-facing work zones
• Ability to work safely around excavators loaders compactors trucks shoring systems and workers on foot
• Ability to read and understand drawings grade stakes markings profiles and field direction
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a coordinated pipe crew
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks
• Reliable punctual and willing to travel for project-based work
• Safety-focused attitude with pride in quality workmanship and accurate installation

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Municipal Pipe Layer Pipe Layer Underground Utility Worker or senior civil labourer supporting municipal pipe crews is required
• Experience in municipal infrastructure civil construction sewer and water storm systems drainage roadworks utilities or earthworks is strongly preferred
• Experience working with grade stakes pipe lasers levels slopes offsets and pipe alignment is strongly preferred
• Experience with manholes catch basins trench boxes shoring utility tie-ins hydrants valves and grade control is considered an asset
• Valid Class 5 drivers licence and reliable transportation are preferred
• Confined Space Ground Disturbance CSTS WHMIS First Aid or other safety certifications are considered assets depending on project requirements
• Ability to lift carry shovel rake climb in and out of trenches and perform physical work throughout the shift
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
• Ability to travel to project locations throughout Western Canada as required
• Must be eligible to work in Canada
• Drug and alcohol testing may be required depending on client site or project requirements

Working Conditions

• Project-based work in various locations throughout Western Canada
• Potential project areas may include Hope 100 Mile House Merritt Dawson Creek Kamloops Terrace and surrounding regions
• Work will primarily support municipal infrastructure civil construction roadwork underground utility drainage and earthworks projects
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions including heat cold rain snow dust mud and uneven terrain
• Exposure to active equipment traffic noise trenches excavations utilities shoring slopes tools and changing site conditions
• Physically active role requiring standing walking lifting carrying shoveling climbing in and out of trenches and repetitive tasks
• Shift schedules rotations overtime and travel requirements may vary by project
• Living out allowance travel or other project-specific arrangements may apply depending on location and project terms

Compensation & Benefits

• Wage range of $27.00 $33.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time and project-based opportunities may be available
• Benefits and applicable company programs may be available based on employment status and eligibility
• Project-specific compensation terms travel LOA rotation or accommodation details may vary by assignment
• Opportunity to support municipal infrastructure underground utility and civil construction projects across Western Canada

What Success Looks Like

• Sewer water storm drainage manholes and underground utilities are installed safely accurately and to specification
• Grades slopes alignments pipe bedding and connections are checked and maintained throughout installation
• Trenching and shoring work is supported safely and efficiently
• Pipe crews excavator operators foremen surveyors and inspectors receive clear communication and reliable field support
• Work areas tools materials and trench zones are kept organized and safe
• Issues with grade utilities materials or site conditions are identified early and communicated promptly

• Work is completed with strong attention to quality safety production and teamwork
• Projects are supported through dependable attendance skilled pipe installation and a strong grade-focused approach

Why Join Us

• Work with an experienced civil construction and municipal infrastructure team
• Support underground utility and roadwork projects across Western Canada
• Apply your pipe laying and grade skills on meaningful infrastructure work
• Be part of a company focused on safe production quality work and operational excellence
• Contribute to infrastructure projects that support communities across the region