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Wacor Holdings Ltd. is a heavy civil general contractor with over 35 years of experience in road building, civil works, underground utilities, demolition, landfill closure, site preparation, and remediation work. We are looking for experienced pipe layers to join our team. These positions are to start immediately and will be full time. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience with HDPE, PVC, C900, Steel, and Ductile Iron pipe and products.

DUTIES/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

Work conditions are repetitive and physically demanding.

Wacor offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Hourly rate between $28-35 depending on experience.