Pipelayer

PIPELAYER

Firma Contracting is currently seeking an experienced Pipelayer to work on underground utility projects located in Edmonton. We offer competitive wages, benefits, work / life balance, great opportunity for advancement, training, benefits and RRSP plan.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Installation of water, storm and sanitary pipe


• Follow the established grade for water, storm and sanitary pipe


• Work closely with mainline operator and top man to ensure efficient flow and production


• Provide a high degree of clear communication with operators, top man and workers in the ditch to maintain safe operations and quality installation


• Continuous assessment of risk and implementation of required controls / mitigations


• Complete site documentation as required


• Participate in inspections and incidents - address deficiencies / issues through corrective actions


• Conduct oneself in a professional manner with honesty and integrity

Required Skills:

• 2+ years of pipelayer experience is required


• Underground utility rehabilitation / replacement experience is an asset


• Ability to read blueprints


• High attention to detail and management of quality specifications


• Safety conscious


• Strong understanding of pipe installation process and flow logistics


• Competent in the use of various rigging techniques and mechanisms


• Able to work independently and follow instruction from the foreman


• Able to support other positions as needed


• Strong communication skills – provide instructions clearly with sufficient detail


• Ability to mentor workers for advancement


• Physically capable of performing heavy manual labour


• Consistent, reliable and always show up for work fit for duty

Required Certifications:

The following valid certifications are mandatory

• CSTS 2020


• WHMIS 2015


• Ground Disturbance Level 2


• Confined Space Entry


• Fall Protection