Pipelayer (Underground Utilities)

Complete Utility Contractors (CUC) is searching for a permanent, full-time, career-minded Pipelayer to join our team and bring with them experience and confidence in installing various types (Ductile Iron, PVC, Concrete, HDPE, Hydro/Tel, etc.) of underground utilities to the local and project standards and specifications.

Our business relies on individuals who are quality and safety minded, effective and respectful communicators, and teamwork driven. To support our people in whatever life throws at them, we provide a competitive compensation package, and 100% employer paid benefits plan among other perks and benefits listed below.

What you will be doing:

- Installing various types (Ductile Iron, PVC, Concrete, HDPE, Hydro/Tel, etc.) of underground utilities to the local and project standards and specifications.
- Ensuring utilities are being installed at correct grade and elevations.
- Utilizing a variety of tools and equipment, including but not limited to: pipe lasers, cut-off saws, and other hand and gas-powered tools.
- Maintaining, cleaning, and caring for Company tools and equipment.
- Working around heavy equipment and utilizing hand signals.
- Basic rigging and inspection of pipe.
- Maintaining good employee morale, communication, and teamwork.
- Understanding OH&S safe work practices and procedures and following them consistently.
- Providing leadership and aid in training junior employees.
- Providing feedback to supervisors and management on process improvements.
- Identifying problems and opportunities for innovation and team coordination.
- Completing other tasks as required, such as site housekeeping, assisting with trench box assembly, installing backflow preventors, and assisting with bypass pumping.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Utilize hand tools and power tools for various construction tasks.
- Assist in rigging operations as needed to support project requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
- Participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to equipment operation.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding project progress.

What we are looking for:

- 4+ years’ experience is required in civil utility construction; experience working with deep sewers is a must.
- Strong knowledge of and understanding in how to work with a variety of utility types and pipe material, such as pipe gradients, pipe material specifications, fitting and assembly, proper bedding, protection of other services and methods of backfill and compaction.
- Live utility locating experience.
- Expertise with trenching, shoring, trench box assembly and safe excavation procedures.
- Working knowledge of the fundamentals of installing pipe.
- Strong safety record with thorough understanding of occupational hazards and safe working procedures with live utilities and sloped terrain.
- Ability to work in confined spaces and obtain certification to do so.
- Excellent communications skills, both written and oral and strong experience completing field/site paperwork and timesheets.
- Ability to work collaboratively with everyone including customers, operation and project managers, internal crews, and subcontractors.
- Have proficient knowledge of MMCD and OH&S regulations and knowledge of construction disciplines (knowledge of materials and methods required)
- Attention to safety, quality, and production.
- Strong job planning/organizational (site and documentation), time management skills and stewardship of all equipment and tools.

Why work for Complete Utility
- Stable, full-time, year-round work
- Overtime available year-round
- Competitive compensation
- 100% employer paid Extended Health, Dental and Vision plans
- RSP matching program
- Exceptional employee inclusion, recognition, and career progression

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $32.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Are you located within the lower mainland, BC
- Please explain your pipelaying experience with underground utilities
- Company sites are located in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, and Surrey - are you willing to commute to these locations
- What are your wage expectations

Work Location: On the road