Whissell: Building more than a Job
Job Overview
Join our team as a Pipelayer and be a key player in building essential infrastructure! In this hands-on role, you’ll install and maintain sewer, storm drain, and utility lines, using the latest equipment and techniques. We’re looking for a motivated individual who thrives in an outdoor environment and has a sharp eye for quality and safety. If you’re ready to take on challenging projects and make a real impact, we want you on our team!
Wage is aligned and determined with experience,
Job Responsibilities
- Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain underground utility pipelines according to blueprints, specifications, and safety codes.
- Dig trenches and excavate areas using hand tools, machinery, and equipment to prepare for pipe installation.
- Conduct pressure tests and inspections to ensure the integrity and quality of installed
- Cut pipes to required lengths
- Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers
- Dig trenches to desired or required depths by hand or using trenching tools
- Carry out site foreman’s directives safely throughout daily operations
- Install various sizes and materials of the pipe
- Work safely in deep trenches
- Ability to safely work around excavation equipment including excavators, loaders, packers, etc.
- Ensure compliance with Alberta OH&S guidelines and Whissell safety policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years working as a Pipelayer in the Deep Underground Utility Installation industry
- Thorough knowledge of pipe lasers and transit use (leveled, grade, proper working order)
- Ability to read blueprint and city specifications is required
- Ability to read and understand Locates is required
- Ability to dig trenches manually or with machinery as required.
- Familiarity with bucket operation techniques is advantageous.
- Strong commitment to safety practices in all aspects of work.
Why Join us?
- Competitive salary and bonuses
- Career advancement and professional Development
- Health Benefits: Excellent health, dental, and vision plan. LTD, Life-insurance, EAP, and more with Opencircle Benefits
- Safety Incentive Bonus
- Safety and Recognition Rewards Programs
- Team environment
- Commitment to safety
- Perks Beyond the Paycheque: We’ve partnered with leading brands to offer our employees exclusive discounts on travel, shopping, lifestyle services, and more.
All Whissell employees must undergo a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Test and submit a valid Driver’s Abstract (issued no more than three months prior) before starting work.
At Whissell we value diversity of expertise, talent, and opinion creating an innovative and collaborative environment. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Experience the Excitement: Join Whissell To Be Part of the team that Safely Achieves the “Best Projects Every Time”!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Please describe your experience with underground utility projects (water, storm, sewer). In your response, include:
Types of projects (installation, repairs, tie-ins, etc.)
Your role and responsibilities
Any equipment or tools you regularly used
Experience:
- pipelayer (storm, water, sewer utility constructiont): 3 years (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
