Whissell: Building more than a Job

Job Overview
Join our team as a Pipelayer Helper and be a key player in building essential infrastructure! In this hands-on role, you’ll help 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!

Job Responsibilities

- Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain underground utility pipelines according to blueprints, specifications, and safety codes.
- Dig trenches and excavate areas using hand tools, machinery, and equipment to prepare for pipe installation.
- Conduct pressure tests and inspections to ensure the integrity and quality of installed
- Cut pipes to required lengths
- Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers
- Dig trenches to desired or required depths by hand or using trenching tools
- Carry out site foreman’s directives safely throughout daily operations
- Install various sizes and materials of the pipe
- Work safely in deep trenches
- Ability to safely work around excavation equipment including excavators, loaders, packers, etc.
- Ensure compliance with Alberta OH&S; guidelines and Whissell safety policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

- Minimum of 2-5 years working as a Pipelayer helper 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.

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 Opencircle Benefits

- Safety Incentive Bonus
- Retention Bonus
- Safety Rewards Programs
- 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 team-oriented 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”!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- What safety precautions do you take while working with heavy machinery and laying pipes?

Experience:

- Pipelayer Helper: 2 years (preferred)
- utilities Construction: 3 years (preferred)

Location:

- Calgary, AB (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Pipelayer Helper Underground Utilities Construction (Calgary)
🏢 Whissell Contracting
📍 Calgary