The Opportunity:
Wacor Holdings Ltd. is a civil general contractor with over 35 years of experience in road building, civil works, and underground utilities. We are currently seeking an experienced Pipe Layer to join our team in Campbell River, BC.
Responsibilities:
· Efficient use of instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels
· Ability to efficiently read civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural drawings from engineers
· Ability to lay out pipe routes by following written instructions or plans and coordinating layouts with supervisors
· Ability to locate existing pipes needing repair or replacement using magnetic or radio indicators
· Ability to work as a team with excavator operators for grades in trenches in preparation for laying pipe, manholes, catch basins, and conduit
· Install and repair sanitary, storm, and water lines, including, but not limited to the installation of fire hydrants, valves, thrust blocks, and other necessary adaptors. This includes aligning pipe to grade as per drawings and specifications.
· Hot tap and drill holes into existing main lines to introduce auxiliary line or devices.
· Monitor and place backfill around service lines and manholes
· Knowledge and adherence to Worksafe BC Trenching Guidelines
Qualifications and Experience:
· Must have minimum 3 years experience
· Physical capacity to perform requirements of the role safely, working at heights, lifting up to 50lbs
· Ability to remain focused, aware of your surroundings, and detailed oriented
· Demonstrate ability to read site drawings, one call locates and various other site material
· Must have a valid class 5 licence
Wacor Holdings Ltd. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Hourly rate between $30-35 depending on experience. Occasional weekend and overtime work as required.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please email resume to [email protected] or drop off in person to the office at 1394B Spruce Street, Campbell River.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Campbell River, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
