Civil Pipelayer

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH BOSTON EARTHWORKS LTD.

Boston Earthworks is currently hiring hardworking and experienced Civil Pipelayersfor projects located in Kelowna & West Kelowna. You have an opportunity to be an integral member of our team with opportunities for growth and professional development. We specialize in residential, multi-family and civil construction.

Responsibilities:

• Reliable, with a valid driver’s license and your own transportation
• Experience working in shored trenches installing various pipe types
• Install various types (Ductile Iron, PVC, Concrete, HDPE, Hydro/Tel, installation of manholes, catch basins etc.) of underground utilities to the local specifications.
• Ensure back fill and compaction around pipe to ensure proper positioning and support
• Ensure utilities are being installed at the correct grade and elevations.
• Support the safe assembly and use of trench shoring systems
• Good communicator and enjoys working on a team
• Work safely on a construction site and promote a safe work environment adhering to safety policies and procedures including participation in safety meetings
• Train other employees and maintain quality results of work

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years experience as a pipe layer.
• Certifications an asset: first aid, confined space, utility locating, rigging, etc.
• Experience in civil utilities including storm, sanitary sewer, water, and hydro
• Understand elevations and grading.
• Experience using pipe and rotary lasers
• Thorough understanding of construction procedures
• Able to identify all hazards associated with various aspects of working in civil projects, as well as correctly communicate safety issues as they arise
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and equally motivated working independently.
• Self-motivated and dependable with a demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Why join our team:

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Work 8-10/h days, 5-6 days per week
• Overtime opportunities
• Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
• Training & educational upgrade opportunities

Salary: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour based on experience

We thank all candidates for their application; however, only those selected will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $28.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person