Pipelayer

Pipelayer

Company

IDL Projects Inc. (IDL) is a dynamic, rapidly expanding company focused on providing a broad array of construction services in Canada and internationally. We have established ourselves as a go-to solutions provider in the construction areas of civil and infrastructure, commercial, residential, public and institutional, industrial, energy, mining and safety services.

Position Summary

The pipelayer is part of an effective construction team that successfully installs underground utilities according to approved plans, specifications and applicable codes while maintaining high quality and a safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Installing underground utilities to designed grades and applicable construction standards including storm, water and sewer mains and services.
• Pre-locating existing utilities and working with heavy equipment to ensure that existing utilities are exposed without contact.
• Locating existing pipes needing repair or replacement, using magnetic or radio indicators
• Installation of Hydro, Telus, and Shaw ducting.
• Utilizing different shoring methods to provide a safe excavation for entry.
• Setting up pipe laser and establishing proper design grade.
• Organizing all tools and equipment required for the job at the beginning of the shift.
• Digging with an excavator to ensure trench grade, bedding depths, and backfill are installed correctly.
• Laying pipe to design grade and ensuring proper tamping of pipe.
• Bolting up mechanically restrained fittings, valves, and pipe to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Cutting concrete and set manholes, box culverts, chambers, etc. for different applications including live utility main overbuilds.
• Notifying the supervisor of any installation conflicts immediately.
• May perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications