Pipeline Labourer

**Build Your Career at Aecon**

Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projectsof this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainablybuilding the future.

**What is the Opportunity?**

**Faster.Smarter.Safer**. This is how Aecon is committed to delivering projects. Aecon is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Labourer to help us get there

Reporting to the Superintendent, the individual will be responsible to support the crews conducting gas mainline install in Delta, BC.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Responsible for the successful completion of pipeline install project including support of excavating, debris removal, trenching, and site reinstatement.
- Handle and distribute construction materials (e.g. load and unload vehicles with supplies, equipment and construction materials; move tools, equipment and construction materials to and from work areas)
- Swamper/Spotter for equipment operators
- Firewatch
- Daylighting by hand
- Prepare and clean up construction site.
- Multi-task and perform in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform other general labour duties and responsibilities as required.
- Carry out manual labour duties such lifting and working with materials weighing up to 25kg.
- Capacity for manual dexterity with physical strength and stamina.
- Capability to work long hours per day in all weather conditions.
- Strong interpersonal, team participation and communication skills**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Physical strength and stamina
- A safety-conscious attitude
- The ability to work with others in a team.
- Repetitive movement
- Able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
- Continuously changing work tasks
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and environments.

THIS ROLE IS FOR A DURATION OF 1.5 Months.

**PURPOSE OF THE POSITION**

Reporting to the appropriate site supervisor, the Equipment Operator will operate equipment. When not operating equipment, the Operator will be expected to work with the Labourers to prepare and clean up the construction sites, move materials and equipment and perform demolition, excavation and compaction activities.

This position requires operation of equipment in public areas, requiring a heightened sense of safety.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Equipment operators control equipment by moving levers or foot pedals, operating switches and/or turning dials
- Trenching around buried utilities such as gas mains, underground hydro
- Handle and distribute construction materials (e.g. load and unload vehicles with supplies, equipment and construction materials; move tools, equipment and construction materials to and from work areas; remove rubble and other debris)
- Excavate, backfill and compact subgrade (e.g. move and level earth using shovels and rakes, operate pneumatic tampers

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Operate heavy equipment safely
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks on Equipment
- Read grade plans and use grade stakes in measuring the amount of earth to be moved
- Follow directions that are spoken or given by hand signals
- Physical strength and stamina
- Manual dexterity
- A safety-conscious attitude
- The ability to work with others in a team
- Must be willing to work in remote job locations

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
- Repetitive movement
- Able to perform in a fast paced environment
- Continuously changing work tasks
- Ability to work a significant amount of hours throughout the day
- Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 25kg
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and environment
- Able to sit for long periods of time in cramped spaces

**Salary**: $23.19-$29.12 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Pipeline Labour: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person