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Civil Construction Pipelayer

@ Matcon Knappett Industries

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Courtenay, British Columbia

On-siteFull-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Matcon Knappett Industries is hiring a full-time civil construction pipelayer for ongoing projects in the Comox Valley, BC. The work involves cutting, aligning, fusing and sealing pipe for sanitary and storm sewer systems, laid out to plans and checked with levels or lasers. Compensation is hourly and set by training and experience, with benefits available after a three-month probation.

Responsibilities:

  • Cut pipes to required lengths
  • Align and position pipes and fuse joints
  • Install sanitary and storm water sewer systems
  • Lay out pipe routes from plans and check slopes with levels or lasers
  • Follow all safety protocols

Requirements summary:

  • 3+ years pipe laying experience in civil construction
  • Ability to read plans and specifications
  • Mathematical ability to calculate grades and slopes
  • Able to do extensive physical labour outdoors in all weather
  • Valid provincial driver's licence
  • First aid training is an asset

Tools & skills

levellaser level

Benefits mentioned

DentalRetirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-19
First seen by our source
2026-10-20
Source record updated
2026-10-20

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingConstruction site, Outdoors
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsFirst aid training
Driver’s licencerequired
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness

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Job description

Knappett Industries is happy to offer an opportunity for a Civil Construction Pipe layer for ongoing projects in the Comox Valley, BC. We are seeking positive, experienced and energetic people to join our diverse and dynamic team. All Knappett personnel must display strong work ethic, a positive attitude, good problem solving skills, and be able to work cohesively and selflessly within in a team environment.

  • Competitive salary
  • Healthcare and Dental for single, couple or family coverage
  • Insurance benefits; long term and life
  • Employee assistance program
  • Group RRSP – save for retirement – you are eligible after 3 months of work
  • Time Off – Everyone needs time away from work to recharge and be with family and friends
  • Open door policy in a supportive and encouraging work environment
  • Internal Promotions

Knappett Industries (2006) Ltd. is a privately owned construction company with operations bases in Nanaimo, Courtenay, Port Alberni, Prince George and Fort St. John, BC. Since commencing operations in 1988, Knappett has grown to be a leading provider of civil construction services for major infrastructure, residential subdivision development, underground utility installation & replacement, road building, land clearing projects in British Columbia. Over the past 30 years Knappett Industries Ltd. has maintained a strong and accelerating growth rate, with operations currently serving Western Canada.

Responsibilities:

  • Follow all safety protocols and contribute to the success of the safety program
  • Cut pipes to required lengths
  • Align and position pipes to prepare them for fusing
  • Connect pipe pieces and seal joints using provided material
  • Install sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems
  • Lay out pipe routes, following specifications or blueprints, and coordinating layouts with supervisor
  • Check slopes for conformance to requirements, using levels or lasers

Requirements:

  • Mathematical ability to calculate grades slopes, etc.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans and specification.
  • 3+ years’ experience pipe laying in civil construction
  • Professional demeanour when dealing with the public
  • Able to work outside in all-weather at all times of the year
  • Able to do extensive physical labour
  • Valid provincial driver’s license

Assets:

  • Recent working experience in similar role
  • First aid training

This position is compensated at an hourly rate. Employees are eligible for enrollment in our company benefits package following successful completion of a three month probationary period. Compensation will be determined by the successful applicant’s level of training and experience. Submissions will be reviewed and only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Please apply on our website: https://knappettindustries.com/index.php/careers/

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