Construction Pipelayer Supervisor

Vancouver, BC

Company Overview:

We are a privately owned British Columbia corporation. Our corporate goal is to continue to build and foster equitable and lasting business relationships. We take pride in the fact that we continue to do business with repeat clients, and that our services and performance always come recommended.

Ownership and senior project management all possess over 20 years of construction experience. We bring specialized experience to every project we undertake. In addition to general contracting, our scope of expertise encompasses a variety of services under the earth working umbrella. These include excavation and material disposal, site preparation, civil construction, land clearing, demolition, preloading, engineered retaining walls, road and highway construction, marine construction and dredging.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Measure & cut piping using standard industry tools.
• Prepare subgrades & bedding, lay pipes at design grades, and operate compaction equipment.
• Install or replace various pipe systems including storm, sanitary, water communication, and power conduits and piping.
• Follow written instructions and read blueprints to coordinate and lay out pipe routes.
• Operate magnetic or radio indicators to locate existing pipes for repair and replacement purposes.
• Mix and install grout in concrete sump or pipe installations.
• Keep accurate field records of location and grades of installed pipe systems.
• Communicate and guide excavators to safely dig to subgrades.
• Train other pipelayers in the process. Also supervise new hires initially to ensure they are able to work independently. 

Requirements:

• 1+ year pipe laying experience.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting and manual tool operation.
• Knowledge on proper use & installation of trench and manhole shoring systems.
• Confined Space and fall protection training is required (company can co-ordinate this with successful applicants).
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Skill enhancement programs
• Overtime opportunities
• Bonuses
• RRSP matching
• Company events