The posting
Municipal Pipe Layer Helper
Company: Infracon Group of Companies
Location: Prince Rupert, BC
Type: Full-Time / Project-Based
Wage Range: $27.00 – $33.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
About the Role
The Infracon Group of Companies is seeking motivated, hardworking Pipe Layer Helpers (Civil Construction Laborers) for a municipal sewer and water infrastructure project in Prince Rupert, BC.
We are looking for reliable ground crew members to support our experienced Municipal Pipe Layers and Foremen in the safe, efficient installation of sewer, water, storm, drainage, manholes, and related underground civil infrastructure.
This role is ideal for an entry-level to intermediate civil laborer who wants to learn the pipe laying trade. You will be hands-on everyday—preparing trenches, managing materials up top, shoveling bedding, handling tools, and keeping the job site running smoothly. If you are physically fit, safety-conscious, and eager to learn how to read grade stakes and install municipal utilities, this is the perfect stepping stone to becoming a full pipe layer.
Key Responsibilities
Pipe Installation & Crew Support
- Assist the Pipe Layer (Bottom Man) and Top Man with the installation of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain, and drainage systems.
- Stage, move, and hand down pipe sections, fittings, gaskets, valves, and manhole components to the crew in the trench.
- Prepare pipe joints by cleaning, beveling, and applying lube or glue as directed by the Pipe Layer.
- Safely operate hand tools, power tools, quick-cut saws, rammers, plate tampers, and trash pumps.
- Assist with the assembly and placement of manholes, catch basins, and hydrants.
Trenching, Shoring & Material Handling
- Work safely around trench boxes, shoring systems, excavators, and active roadwork environments.
- Hand-dig and shovel around existing live utilities (gas, power, water, sewer) where heavy machinery cannot operate.
- Shovel, rake, and place pipe bedding, haunching, and backfill materials precisely in the pipe zone.
- Help monitor trench walls, ground water levels, and changing site conditions to ensure the safety of the crew inside the ditch.
- Communicate clearly using hand signals with equipment operators, spotters, and the Pipe Foreman.
Site Organization & Civil Support
- Load, unload, and organize inventory in the material yard and staging areas.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work zone around the excavation.
- Assist with daily setup and tear-down of safety signage, fencing, and tool boxes.
- Support general civil construction tasks as required, including road grading, concrete preparation, and surface restoration.
What You Bring
- Prior experience in civil construction, heavy earthworks, landscaping, or general labor is required.
- Strong physical stamina and the willingness to perform demanding manual labor (shoveling, lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing in/out of trenches) in outdoor environments.
- A strong desire to learn the underground utility trade, including basic grade awareness and pipe handling.
- A safety-first attitude with the ability to follow strict ground-disturbance and confined-space procedures.
- Excellent communication skills and a team-player mentality.
- Punctual, reliable, and willing to travel for project-based work.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Construction Laborer or Pipe Helper is preferred.
- Experience working around heavy equipment (excavators, loaders) is highly valued.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation are preferred.
- CSTS, WHMIS, Ground Disturbance, Confined Space Entry, or First Aid certifications are considered strong assets.
- Ability to work outdoors in the varying, high-rainfall weather conditions of Prince Rupert.
- Must be eligible to work in Canada.
- Drug and alcohol testing may be required depending on client and project requirements.
Working Conditions
- Project-based work in various locations throughout Western Canada.
- Potential project areas may include Hope, 100 Mile House, Merritt, Dawson Creek, Kamloops, Terrace, Prince Rupert, and surrounding regions.
- Work will primarily support municipal infrastructure, civil construction, roadwork, underground utility, drainage, and earthworks projects.
- Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including heavy rain, mud, heat, cold, snow, dust, and uneven terrain.
- Exposure to active heavy equipment, traffic, noise, deep trenches, open excavations, utilities, shoring systems, tools, and rapidly changing site conditions.
- Highly physical role requiring extended standing, walking, heavy lifting, carrying materials, extensive shoveling, raking, and frequently climbing in and out of trenches.
- Shift schedules, rotations, overtime, and travel requirements may vary by project.
- Living out allowance (LOA), travel, or other project-specific arrangements may apply depending on location and project terms.
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage range of $27.00 – $33.00 per hour, depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications.
- Full-time and project-based opportunities may be available.
- Benefits and applicable company programs may be available based on employment status and eligibility.
- Project-specific compensation terms, travel, LOA, rotation, or accommodation details may vary by assignment.
- Opportunity to learn the utility trade while supporting major municipal infrastructure and civil construction projects across Western Canada.
What Success Looks Like
- Pipe crews and excavator operators receive proactive ground support, ensuring materials, pipe sections, lube, and tools are always ready and staged.
- Trench zones and pipe bedding are prepared accurately, smoothly, and efficiently by hand using shovels and rakes before the pipe is lowered.
- Trenching, shoring, and box placements are supported safely, keeping a sharp eye on ground stability and overhead hazards.
- Ground crews, equipment operators, and foremen maintain constant, clear communication through reliable hand signals and spotting.
- Work areas, utility toolboxes, and job sites are kept clean, organized, hazard-free, and ready for daily inspections.
- Safety hazards, line crossings, or changing soil conditions are identified instantly and reported to the Pipe Layer or Foreman.
- Daily tasks are completed with a strong work ethic, high physical stamina, dependable attendance, and a desire to learn the trade.
Why Join Us
- Work with an experienced civil construction and municipal infrastructure team.
- Support underground utility and roadwork projects across Western Canada.
- Apply your pipe laying and grade skills on meaningful infrastructure work.
- Be part of a company focused on safe production, quality work, and operational excellence.
- Contribute to infrastructure projects that support communities across the region.
