Sewage Pipelayer, Underground ConstructionFull-Time

Sewage Pipelayer, Underground Construction  

Employer: GS Construction 

Business Address: 29211 Acheson Road, Acheson, AB T7X 6A8 

Job Locations: The position requires travel to various locations in the Edmonton region (AB). The employer provides transportation when the job site is outside of the City of Edmonton.  

Wage: $31-$42.50/hour (based on skills and experience, salary increases as per Company policy); performance bonus per company policy.  

Employment terms and conditions: Seasonal, Full-Time, 40 to 60 hours/week (weather-dependent), Morning, Day, Weekend, Overtime  

Benefits: Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), Living allowance for out-of-town work 

Vacancies: 30 

Anticipated start date:  Spring 2027 (Actual start date is weather-dependent) 

Job requirements:  

Language: Basic English  

Qualifications:  

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a water and sewer construction setting 

Work Setting: Underground Infrastructure construction which includes storm, sanitary, and water mains within municipal, commercial, or residential land development projects. 

Area of specialization: Laser levelling/aligning 

Construction specialization: Municipal, commercial or residential deep underground utilities (storm, sanitary, and water systems). 

Work Site Environment:  Outdoors, Underground, Confined spaces, Dangerous, Dusty 

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, physically demanding, Attention to detail, Tight deadlines, Repetitive tasks, Manual dexterity, Work under pressure, Handling heavy loads (Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)) 

Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player, Dependability, Judgement 

Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots 

Security and safety: Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements  

Duties:  

Reporting to the Foreman, the Pipelayer will be responsible for preparing and installing underground sewer pipelines and water mains as required. 

• Load, unload, and transport construction materials, 

• Aligning pipes during sewer pipeline construction, 

• Level earth to fine-grade specifications, 

• Ensure blueprint specifications are followed,  

• Use laser levels, grade rods, or transit levels to ensure correct configuration & alignment of pipes,  

• Ensure the pipe is compliant with specifications with bedding, grade, and cover compaction,  

• Ensure company policies are followed to mitigate any damage to both overhead/underground utilities, property, and equipment,  

• Inspect places where pipes are fitted together to ensure pipes are spaced out properly and according to specifications,  

• Ensure pipes are bedded and covered with appropriate dirt or other material, 

• Mentor and guide helpers and new employees,  

• Know, understand, and ensure compliance with safety regulations, 

• Know and follow the company’s rules, policies, and procedures. 
  

How to apply:   

Via Link: https://gsconstruction.bamboohr.com/careers/90  

Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people, and Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.