Working carefully and keeping a tidy warehouse will fit well in the logistics team. This role is for an experienced Municipal Pipe Layer with a strong grade focus for a municipal sewer and water infrastructure project. The successful candidate will support the safe, accurate, and efficient installation of sewer, water, storm, drainage, manholes, and related underground civil infrastructure.
Responsibilities
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
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
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
Support road construction, grading, curb and gutter, sidewalk, drainage, surface restoration, and general municipal infrastructure work as required
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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
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
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
Requirements
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
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
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
Nice to have:
Experience with manholes, catch basins, trench boxes, shoring, utility tie-ins, hydrants, valves, and grade control is considered an asset
Valid Class 5 driver's 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
Benefits
Full-time and project-based opportunities may be available
Benefits and applicable company programs may be available based on employment status and eligibility
Opportunity to support municipal infrastructure, underground utility, and civil construction projects across Western Canada
Important Details
Schedule: 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
Locations: Prince Rupert, BC; Hope; 100 Mile House; Merritt; Dawson Creek; Kamloops; Terrace; and surrounding regions throughout Western Canada
Other Conditions
Drug and alcohol testing may be required depending on client, site, or project requirements
About the Company
Infracon Group of Companies is seeking experienced Municipal Pipe Layers for a municipal sewer and water infrastructure project.
