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Residential Sewer Installer

@ Thos. R. Birnie & Sons

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Hamilton, Ontario

$25–$36/hrFull-time
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Overview

Thos. R. Birnie & Sons is hiring a full-time residential sewer installer to excavate, repair and install sewer, waterline and weeping tile systems at customers' homes. The role requires a valid driver's licence and a clean driver's abstract, and pays $25 to $36 per hour with health benefits, an RRSP match and training provided.

Pay:

$25–$36 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Perform sewer repairs, pipe bursting and weeping tile installation
  • Excavate with backhoe, bobcat or by hand
  • Operate equipment and trailers
  • Report progress and needs to dispatch
  • Clean up work sites and respect customers' property

Requirements summary:

  • Valid driver's licence with clean driver's abstract
  • Bobcat or backhoe experience considered an asset
  • Knowledge of sewer, waterline and weeping tile systems an asset
  • Hard worker, positive attitude, reliable team player

Tools & skills

backhoebobcattrailerpersonal protective equipment

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceRetirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2021-03-23
First seen by our source
2026-10-12
Source record updated
2026-10-12

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingOutdoors, Client sites, Vehicle
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Paid training, Uniform provided

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Thos. R. Birnie & Sons

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Birnie.Pro We'll Make It Flow | Enhancing Lives For Over 100 Years

Full company description

Birnie Plumbing & Drains (formerly Thos. R. Birnie & Sons) is an original family owned company that has been providing service to the Hamilton and Golden Horseshoe communities for 100 years. We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we meet daily, and we have been for generations!

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Reported office locations
  • 390 Lake Ave N, Hamilton, Ontario L8E 3A2, CA
Other recorded names
  • Thos. R. Birnie & Sons
  • Birnie Plumbing and Drains
Specialties
  • Original family owned and operated and We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services
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Birnie Plumbing & Drains (formerly Thos. R. Birnie & Sons) is an original family owned company that has been providing service to the Hamilton and Golden Horseshoe communities for 100 years. We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we meet daily, and we have been for generations!

FieldValue
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
Company size11-50 employees
HeadquartersHamilton, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1922
SpecialtiesOriginal family owned and operated and We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services
Open jobs on Jobsy6
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Job description

The Opportunity:

Do you love physical labour and working with your hands? As a sewer installer, you perform multiple tasks including residential sewer lateral excavations, sewer repairs & installations, and waterproofing & weeping tile work at customer’s homes.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $25 - 36 per hour

Key Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform sewer repairs, pipe bursting, and install weeping tiles, pipe liners, and waterlines.
  • Use various excavation methods (Backhoe, bobcat, hand dig) to access repairs and installations.
  • Operate equipment and vehicles including trailers.
  • Maintain communication with management and dispatch, reporting on job progress, daily activities, and any equipment or material needs.
  • Practice safe working habits including but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment; shoring of holes; and vehicle and machine safety.
  • Clean up work sites including, but not limited to cementing, removal of garbage and/or materials.
  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service, support, and care for the customer’s property.

What You Can Expect From Us:

  • Competitive wages.
  • Health benefits.
  • RRSP plan with company match.
  • Company provided uniforms and work boot reimbursement.
  • Room for growth and development.
  • Training will be provided.

What We Need From You:

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract required.
  • Experience operating a bobcat and/or backhoe for excavations in mid-high level complexity situations (tight spaces, against buildings) considered an asset.
  • Prior knowledge of sewer, waterlines, and weeping tile systems considered an asset.
  • Hard worker who is determined to find solutions.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Reliable team player.

Job Availability

We accept applications for this position on an ongoing basis. We are currently considering applications for future opportunities. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We use an Applicant Tracking System that may use AI components to assist in the screening or assessment of job applications for this position. All final hiring decisions are reviewed and made by our human recruitment team.

About Us:

Trusted for over 100 Years!

Birnie Plumbing & Drains is a family-owned company that has proudly served our community since the 1920s. With four generations of expertise, we specialize in residential plumbing & drains services while delivering quality workmanship, lasting solutions, and exceptional customer care. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we meet every day, just as we have done for generations. Learn more at www.birnie.pro

Please note Birnie Plumbing & Drains is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available through the hiring process upon request. Please notify us if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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