Pipelayer Helper

Volker Stevin Canada • Grande Prairie, AB

9h • Onsite

About The Position

At Volker Stevin, our employees are key to the success of every project, contributing to the legacy we build within the communities we serve. If you're ready to take on a challenging, hands-on role where safety, teamwork, and growth are paramount, we encourage you to join our dynamic team. Together, we’ll continue to set the standard for excellence in construction. Reporting to the Foreman, the Pipelayer Helper supports the installation of underground water, sewer, and storm systems. Working closely with pipelayers and equipment operators, this role assists with trench preparation, pipe placement, and site clean-up to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate installation.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working on an underground utilities (water, sewer, storm) crew
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a Driver’s Abstract showing no more than 6 demerits and no major infractions
• Willing to travel and work out of town for short, fixed-term periods, as needed

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to the safety culture, promoting a safe and productive work environment
• Assist pipelayers with the installation of water, sanitary sewer, and storm systems
• Support trench preparation, including cleaning, leveling, and placing bedding material
• Help align and position pipes under direction of the pipelayer and excavator operator
• Assist with rigging, hoisting, and lowering pipe, manholes, catch basins, and structures
• Safely use hand and power tools for underground utility work
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including debris removal and site housekeeping
• Safely expose and work around live utilities
• Support backfilling and compaction activities as required
• Follow all site safety requirements and company policies
• Support general labour tasks as needed in the trenching and pipe installation process

Benefits

• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• RRSP: Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees
• Long-Term Careers: Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
• Seasonal Rehire Loyalty: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
• Professional Growth: Access 500+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
• Unlimited Potential: Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed