Underground Pipelayer – Medicine Hat

Whissell Contracting Ltd; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is seeking dedicated pipelayers to join their Medicine Hat team. This role involves installing various sizes of pipes and ensuring safety and quality in deep underground utility projects. With a commitment to innovation and teamwork, the company fosters a family-oriented culture where every employee is valued. You'll have the opportunity to mentor junior team members while contributing to significant infrastructure projects. If you're passionate about construction and safety, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Strong Safety Commitment

Family-Oriented Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Pipelayer in Underground Utility Installation.
• Thorough knowledge of pipe lasers and ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor junior crew members in construction tasks.
• Install pipes and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Underground Utility Installation

Pipe Installation

Blueprint Reading

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Pipe Lasers

Excavation Equipment

Trenching Tools

Job description

Whissell Contracting Ltd has established a solid reputation for providing construction solutions in Alberta and British Columbia. We are built on strong core values and take pride in our Team, our dedication to Safety, and excellence in the work we do. For over 5 decades, Whissell’ s expertise has focused on deep Underground Utility infrastructure and Earthwork construction services.

Whissell is looking for individuals that want to be part of an industry leader whose goals are to keep ahead of the curve on technology and innovative solutions. If you are committed to growing Whissell services, divisions, and innovating renewable energy solutions to the industry, Apply today! We look forward to you joining our Team.

Whissell is currently looking for pipelayers with underground utilities construction experience to join our Medicine Hat team. The successful candidate will display high attention to detail as they assist the Operations Team with various aspects of construction projects. Reporting to the Superintendent , the Pipelayer will support Whissell’s vision, mission, S.P.I.R.I.T of values, and three daily pillars of Safety, Quality, and Efficiency.

Core Responsibilities

• Train, mentor, and motivate junior crew members
• 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.
• 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
• Mentor and coach junior employees
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Ensure compliance with Alberta OH&S guidelines and Whissell safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications / Experience

• 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
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Must have high attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer You :

• Industry Leading wage depending on experience
• Excellent Health and Dental benefit plan
• Amazing Professional and Career development opportunities
• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
• Wonderful team, Whissell is Family owned and operated, you are not just a number, you are family