Whissell: Building More Than a Job

Join our team as a Pipelayer and be a key player in building essential infrastructure! In this hands-on role, you’ll install and maintain sewer, storm drain, and utility lines, using the latest equipment and techniques. We’re looking for a motivated individual who thrives in an outdoor environment and has a sharp eye for quality and safety. If you’re ready to take on challenging projects and make a real impact, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Install pipe on grade and on line
• Make sure the pipe is cleaned
• Make sure pipe is pushed in the proper way
• Make sure tools are loaded in the morning
• Make sure all tools are kept in good condition
• Proves ability to lay concrete, PVC, and Poly pipe
• Proves ability to lay box pipe
• Shows comprehension of why pipe must always stay on center line
• Proves ability to setup centre line in trench
• Shows ability to start pipe lineup on correct path
• Work and act as a mentor on site to junior crew members, especially Pipe Layer Helpers
• Setup measurements for pipe placement and concrete coring into manholes.
• Prove ability to utilize and teach correct procedure for line capping at end of shift
• Ensure correct amount of gravel coverage around pipe before backfilling operations
• Proves ability to work in deep trenches, with very large diameter round or box pipe.
• Proves complete knowledge of pipe lasers and transit use (leveled, grade, proper working order)
• Be able to read blueprint plans
• Listen to others, and be a crew leader
• Complete understanding of all soil types
• Understand, and utilize correct rigging procedures. Prove comprehension on how and what correct rigging, clamps and clutches are used, and why.
• Knows and understands correct distances for crew members to be when loads are being craned.
• Prove ability to setup transit, read grades and measure depth consistently.
• Can prove full competency of all tool operations.
• Understands what mainline hoe requires to operate efficiently.
• Must show abilities of working in trenches at any depth.
• Must be proficient in measuring, cutting and beveling pipe.
• Must also be able to show and instruct junior crew members how to correctly measure, cut and bevel pipe.
• Must be proficient in reading and understanding Locates.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-5 years working as a Pipelayer in the Deep Underground Utility Installation industry
• Thorough knowledge of pipe lasers and transit use (leveled, grade, proper working order)
• Ability to read blueprint and city specifications is required
• Ability to read and understand Locates is required
• Ability to dig trenches manually or with machinery as required.
• Familiarity with bucket operation techniques is advantageous.
• Strong commitment to safety practices in all aspects of work
• General knowledge of proper equipment operation
• Must have a means of transportation

To apply, please submit your resume by emailing it to careers@whissell.ca

Why Join us?

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Career advancement and professional Development
• Health Benefits: Excellent health, dental, and vision plan. LTD, Life-insurance, EAP, and more with Open circle Benefits
• Safety Incentive Bonus (Hourly positions only)
• Retention Bonus (Hourly positions only)
• Safety Rewards Programs (Hourly positions only)
• Team environment
• Commitment to safety

All Whissell employees must undergo a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Test and submit a valid Driver’s Abstract (issued no more than three months prior) before starting work.

At Whissell we value diversity of expertise, talent, and opinion creating an innovative and collaborative environment. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Experience the Excitement: Join Whissell to Be Part of the team that Safely Achieves the “Best Projects Every Time”!