Labourer - Utilities Construction

District of West Vancouver; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 103,155,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive union wages

Full benefits package

RRSP program with contributions

Travel pay under union agreement

Annual boot and clothing allowance

Overtime opportunities

Year-round work and strong job safety

Job summary

District of West Vancouver seeks an experienced Pipe Layer for steady, year‑round work on civil construction projects in Burnaby, BC. You’ll install underground utilities, work with a crew, and support grading and site setup from start to finish.

Responsibilities include trench work, pipe installation, and ensuring elevation accuracy, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability. Competitive wages, full benefits, and year‑round opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Pipe Layer experience in civil construction.
• Experience installing sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain, and shallow utility systems.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in trenches and around heavy equipment.
• Reliable transportation to project sites throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Strong attendance, reliability and commitment to safety.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to work with crew and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Install sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain, and shallow utility systems.
• Work safely in trenches and active construction environments.
• Assist with pipe installation, alignment, bedding, and utility connections.
• Support grading activities to ensure proper elevations and slopes.
• Assist with excavation support, backfilling, and compaction.
• Move materials, tools, and equipment to keep projects running efficiently.
• Install stakes and support grade crews in maintaining line and grade accuracy.
• Contribute to projects from initial site setup through final grading, curb preparation, and boulevard restoration.
• Work closely with supervisors, operators, and fellow crew members to deliver high-quality work safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dependable attendance.

Skills

Pipe Layer

Team player

Attendance reliability

Physical stamina

Job description

Build Your Career with a Respected Civil Construction Team

Are you an experienced Pipe Layer looking for steady, year-round work with a company that values its people? Join a well-established civil construction contractor working on major underground utility and infrastructure projects throughout the Lower Mainland. You'll be part of a skilled, supportive crew that works on a variety of projects, giving you exposure to all phases of underground utility construction, from site startup through final grading and project completion.

If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy working outdoors, and want long-term stability with excellent benefits, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Pipe Layer, you will play a key role in the installation of underground utility systems on civil construction projects. Working alongside experienced foremen, operators, and pipe layers, you will:

• Install sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain, and shallow utility systems.
• Work safely in trenches and active construction environments.
• Assist with pipe installation, alignment, bedding, and utility connections.
• Support grading activities to ensure proper elevations and slopes.
• Assist with excavation support, backfilling, and compaction.
• Move materials, tools, and equipment to keep projects running efficiently.
• Install stakes and support grade crews in maintaining line and grade accuracy.
• Contribute to projects from initial site setup through final grading, curb preparation, and boulevard restoration.
• Work closely with supervisors, operators, and fellow crew members to deliver high-quality work safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dependable attendance.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of Pipe Layer experience in civil construction.
• Experience installing sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain, and shallow utility systems.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in trenches and around heavy equipment.
• Reliable transportation to various project sites throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to work closely with crew members and supervisors.

Assets Considered an Advantage

• 5+ years of Pipe Layer experience.
• Experience leading ditch operations or acting as a Senior Pipe Layer.
• Previous experience in a unionized construction environment.
• Experience with grading, staking, and working alongside grade crews.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Why Join Us?

We offer more than just a job. We provide a long-term career with a company that has built its reputation on quality work, strong relationships, and taking care of its employees.

What We Offer

Competitive union wages

Full benefits package

Company-sponsored RRSP program with contributions starting immediately

Travel pay available under the union agreement following probation

Annual boot and clothing allowance

Regular overtime opportunities

Consistent, year-round work, including through the winter months

Strong job security with a large base of repeat clients

Family-oriented culture with excellent employee retention

Many of our employees have built careers here and stayed for 10, 15, and even 20+ years because they enjoy the supportive environment, steady work, and respect they receive every day.

Schedule & Project Locations

• Typical shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Regular overtime available, with most days averaging approximately 9 hours.
• Weekend and night shifts may be available when required.
• Weekend work is generally optional.

Projects are primarily located in:

• Surrey
• Burnaby

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burnaby, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burnaby,BC.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.