Civil Gradeperson

NorLand Limited; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NorLand Limited is seeking a Civil Gradeperson to join their team on infrastructure projects in the Vancouver area. The role involves working independently and with a crew to ensure accurate pipe installation, alongside a commitment to safety and teamwork. Unionized position offers competitive wages, with expected hourly earnings ranging from $37.98 to $48.64, plus vacation and statutory holiday pay. Ideal candidates have relevant experience in construction and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Union wages

Access to extended Union healthcare and benefits

Union-sponsored pension plan

Additional training through the Training Plan

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and own transportation required.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs periodically.

Responsibilities

• Reading drawings and preparing notes for municipal pipe installation.
• Communicating effectively with the pipe crew and maintaining survey instruments.
• Attending and participating in mandatory safety meetings.

Skills

GPS systems

Safety knowledge

Communication

Education

First Aid certification

Confined Space certification

Utility Locating certification

Rigging certification

Job description

NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. We have the unique ability to undertake complex, multi-faceted public and private sector projects within a single contract. Our businesses make Anything. Possible. for over 65 years!

BEL Contracting has excelled in civil contracting across Western Canada, focusing on underground utility and road construction. Our expertise spans transportation and infrastructure projects for provincial, municipal, and private clients, ensuring quality through safety, efficiency, and budget adherence. We offer tailored construction solutions, including planning, design services, grading, excavating, culvert and utility installations.

We are currently looking for Civil Gradeperson to join our team for exciting Infrastructure projects in and around the Lower Mainland ( VancouverArea ) of BC. There is no camp work / live out (LOA) available at this time.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Reading drawings and preparing notes to lay various municipal pipe types and systems
• Understanding offset layout and cut sheets provided by subcontracted survey companies
• Maintaining, checking, and transporting survey instruments
• Communicating effectively with pipe crew to set pipe or elements correctly
• Keeping notes to record installation details and accurately transposing all of those as built drawings (neatly)
• Staying two steps ahead with preparation for the upcoming operation
• Attending and being an active participant in all mandatory safety meetings
• Following instructions and operating as a productive member of a high functioning team
• Working independently, as well as part of a team
• Being punctual and having excellent attendance

Qualifications :

• Can switch to bulk earthworks and road building when required
• Experience with GPS systems is an asset
• Safety knowledge and experience in the construction industry
• Valid drivers license required, and your own transportation
• Certifications an asset : First Aid, Confined Space, Utility Locating, Rigging, etc.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work as part of team; Good work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Able to lift up to 50lbs periodically throughout a full work shift
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing

This is a Unionized position with LiUNA! Local 1611 Construction & Specialized Workers’ Union . This position will earn Union wages and will have access to extended Union healthcare and benefits, a Union-sponsored pension plan, and additional training through the Training Plan.

Expected hourly rate : Unionized wage range for this position is $37.98 – $48.64 per hour (wage subject to negotiation based on candidate’s experience), plus 12% vacation / statutory holiday pay

Only candidates who are most qualified for the position will be contacted.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and hiring practices.

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