Pipelayer (Water & Sewer Division) – Fort McMurray

Sureway Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pipelayer for their Water & Sewer Division. This full-time, seasonal role involves assembling and constructing pipe systems for storm and sanitation sewers, ensuring that ground is prepped and trenches are dug correctly. The position requires physical stamina and reliability, as well as a commitment to safety standards. The company offers a supportive work environment with options for living accommodations and daily allowances. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in construction, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Benefits

RRSP/TFSA Matching

Options for living accommodations

Daily allowances

Qualifications

• Must have a reliable vehicle and CSA approved steel-toed boots.
• Ability to work flexible hours and in physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, connect, and construct pipe systems for sewers and water mains.
• Ensure proper alignment and sealing of pipes during installation.
• Adhere to safety protocols and assist in lot servicing.

Skills

Hard-working

Reliable

Flexible with schedule

Ability to work in physically demanding conditions

Tools

Personal Reliable Vehicle

CSA approved steel toed boots

Job description

Overview

Pipelayer (Water & Sewer Division) – Fort McMurray

Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction.

2025 Season 5% RETENTION BONUS (*as per qualifying requirements)

Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal

Schedule: 10+ hours per day, 6 & 1, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week

Perks: Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching

Location: Fort McMurray and Surrounding Areas - no direct access to public transportation

Essential: Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions

**Options for living accommodations and daily allowances are available and will be provided**

Requirements:

• Personal Reliable Vehicle
• CSA approved steel toed boots with 6” ankle support

Pre-employment:

• Drug and alcohol testing (swab-based test)
• Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation

Description:

Reporting to the Foreman, the Pipelayer is responsible for assembling, connecting and constructing pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains and water mains. Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes. Aligns pipes and seals joints together with cement or glue.

Pipelayer Responsibilities:

• Directs activities within the trench to ensure the pipe is laid to the designed vertical and horizontal tolerances using levels or lasers.
• Align and position pipes to prepare them for welding, cementing or sealing with glue.
• Monitors backfill of pipe bedding to ensure proper haunch support.
• Assist in lot servicing and all other duties as required by Foreman.
• Install and repair sanitary and storm water, sewer structures and pipe systems.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.

Sureway Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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