Pipelayer/Topman - Underground Utilities

KLS Earthworks; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Full benefits

RRSP eligibility

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Stable full-time

Growth opportunities

Safety focus

Job summary

KLS Earthworks & Environmental in Calgary is seeking an experienced Pipelayer to join our underground construction team. You will lay out, install, and maintain pipelines per blueprints and safety codes while working with varied pipe sizes and materials.

We value safety, reliability, and teamwork, offering full-time employment with benefits and opportunities for training and advancement within our growing Western Canada operations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years working as a Pipelayer in underground construction
• Ability to read blueprints and city specifications
• Ability to read and understand Locates
• Ability to dig trenches manually or with machinery
• Strong commitment to safety practices

Responsibilities

• Lay out, install, and maintain underground pipelines per blueprints and safety codes
• Conduct pressure tests and inspections to ensure integrity
• Cut pipes to required lengths
• Check slopes for conformance using levels or lasers
• Dig trenches to required depths by hand or using machinery
• Carry out foreman’s directives safely throughout daily operations
• Install various pipe sizes and materials
• Work safely around excavation equipment
• Ensure compliance with Alberta OH&S guidelines and company policies

Skills

Blueprint reading

Pipe lasers

Transit use

Trenching

Equipment operation

Safety practices

Job description

Join Our Team

KLS Earthworks & Environmental is seeking an experienced Pipelayer to join our Calgary-based team. This role is an addition to our strong underground construction group and plays a key part in keeping our on-road fleet operating safely, efficiently, and at peak performance.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

What You’ll Do

• Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain underground utility pipelines according to blueprints, specifications, and safety codes.
• Conduct pressure tests and inspections to ensure the integrity and quality of installed
• 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
• 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.
• Ensure compliance with Alberta OH&S guidelines and KLS safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years working as a Pipelayer in the underground construction 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
• Ability to dig trenches manually or with machinery as required.
• Familiarity with bucket operation techniques is advantageous.
• Strong commitment to safety practices in all aspects of work.

What we are Offering

• Competitive industry wage
• Full Benefits upon hire
• Group RSP eligibility after 2 years’ employment
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Stable, full-time office position
• Opportunity to grow within a leading earthworks company
• Play an important role in supporting workplace safety and employee success

KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.