Civil Pipelayer

onni; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Extended health care

Dental care

Vision care

Life insurance

Critical illness coverage

Critical life insurance

Annual Education Allowance

Referral program

Team building events

Local discounts

Gym access

Friends & Family rates

Job summary

Onni in Vancouver is seeking a Civil Pipe Layer to install storm, sanitary, and watermain systems in line with drawings. The role requires 3+ years of experience and knowledge of PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, and concrete pipes. You will read civil drawings, follow trench safety practices, and work with the crew to meet project standards.

We offer a full-time position with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, plus opportunities for education allowances and team-building events.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Civil Pipe layer.
• Strong experience with storm, sanitary, and watermain installation.
• Ability to read and understand civil construction drawings.
• Knowledge of pipe materials (PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, concrete).
• Understanding of trench safety, bedding requirements, and compaction methods.
• Experience working with deep utilities (bonus).
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.
• Physically capable of working in a demanding construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Install storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain systems in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Lay pipe, fittings, valves, and services to proper line and grade.
• Prepare trench bottoms, including bedding, grading, and compaction.
• Work safely in and around excavations, including shoring systems and trench boxes.
• Assist with pipe laser setup and grade checking.
• Connect services, manholes, catch basins, hydrants, and chambers.
• Coordinate closely with operators, foremen, and laborers.
• Follow utility locates and protect existing underground services.
• Ensure installations meet municipal and project quality standards.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.
• Comply with all safety regulations, company policies, and site-specific safety plans.

Skills

Civil pipe laying

Storm installation

Sanitary installation

Reading drawings

Pipe materials knowledge

Trench safety

Deep utilities experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Job description

Perks:

• Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Benefits include company-paid extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, critical illness, and critical life insurance.
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun & collaborative company culture with lots of team building events
• Local discounts to restaurants, clothing stores, personal training, and more
• Free access to a fully equipped gym
• Friends and Family rates for hospitality brands.

What You Will Do:

• Install storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain systems in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Lay pipe, fittings, valves, and services to proper line and grade
• Prepare trench bottoms, including bedding, grading, and compaction
• Work safely in and around excavations, including shoring systems and trench boxes
• Assist with pipe laser setup and grade checking
• Connect services, manholes, catch basins, hydrants, and chambers
• Coordinate closely with operators, foremen, and laborers
• Follow utility locates and protect existing underground services
• Ensure installations meet municipal and project quality standards
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
• Comply with all safety regulations, company policies, and site-specific safety plans

What You bring:

• 3+ years of experience as a Civil Pipe layer
• Strong experience with storm, sanitary, and watermain installation
• Ability to read and understand civil construction drawings
• Knowledge of pipe materials (PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, concrete)
• Understanding of trench safety, bedding requirements, and compaction methods
• Experience working with deep utilities (bonus)
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills
• Physically capable of working in a demanding construction environment

Salary Range:

$36-50 per hour based on experience

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws. All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.