Job Description
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Position Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
CK53726P
Position Title
Pipelayer I
No. of Staff Required
1
Position Type
FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months
n/a
Position Groups
CUPE Civic
Division
Infrastructure (DV220)
Department
Infrastructure Delivery (DP214)
Department Name
Branch
Utilities Construction (BR215)
Organizational Information
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union
A Pipelayer I installs, fits, repairs, and maintains water, sanitary, sewer, and storm drainage pipe systems.
Duties - Union
Installs or repairs pipe systems and associated structures according to technical design specifications. Responds to emergency callouts when required to repair pipe bursts, etc.
Interprets blueprints, construction drawings, maps, plans, survey cut sheets and grade stakes; uses instruments such as lasers and transit levels to verify proper grades and alignment of trenches/excavations.
Hand-shovels where required to uncover existing buried utilities.
Operates and maintains equipment related to the work including rollers, tampers, trucks and a variety of hand and power tools.
Selects, prepares, aligns, connects and seals pipe joints applying knowledge of proper techniques and materials.
Ensures work is performed in accordance with quality standards and safe work practice and regulations.
Manual labour and working in confined spaces and deep trenches are required.
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union
High school graduation or equivalent
EOCP – Wastewater Collection Level I;
EOCP Water Distribution Level I
Experience
BC Driver’s License – Class 5
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies
Problem solving
Flexibility
Teamwork
Posting Text
Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on May 27, 2026.
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s License, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s License”.
Additional Hiring Information
Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.
Pay Rate
$36.33 per hour
Posting Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
Days of Work
Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day
8
Hours of Work
6:30-3:00
Work Location
OTHER LOCATION
Specify Work Location
Construction Yard - Gulley Rd
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Driver's Abstract
Optional Documents
References
Other Document 1
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Position Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
CK53726P
Position Title
Pipelayer I
No. of Staff Required
1
Position Type
FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months
n/a
Position Groups
CUPE Civic
Division
Infrastructure (DV220)
Department
Infrastructure Delivery (DP214)
Department Name
Branch
Utilities Construction (BR215)
Organizational Information
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union
A Pipelayer I installs, fits, repairs, and maintains water, sanitary, sewer, and storm drainage pipe systems.
Duties - Union
Installs or repairs pipe systems and associated structures according to technical design specifications. Responds to emergency callouts when required to repair pipe bursts, etc.
Interprets blueprints, construction drawings, maps, plans, survey cut sheets and grade stakes; uses instruments such as lasers and transit levels to verify proper grades and alignment of trenches/excavations.
Hand-shovels where required to uncover existing buried utilities.
Operates and maintains equipment related to the work including rollers, tampers, trucks and a variety of hand and power tools.
Selects, prepares, aligns, connects and seals pipe joints applying knowledge of proper techniques and materials.
Ensures work is performed in accordance with quality standards and safe work practice and regulations.
Manual labour and working in confined spaces and deep trenches are required.
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union
High school graduation or equivalent
EOCP – Wastewater Collection Level I;
EOCP Water Distribution Level I
Experience
BC Driver’s License – Class 5
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies
Problem solving
Flexibility
Teamwork
Posting Text
Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on May 27, 2026.
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s License, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s License”.
Additional Hiring Information
Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.
Pay Rate
$36.33 per hour
Posting Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
Days of Work
Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day
8
Hours of Work
6:30-3:00
Work Location
OTHER LOCATION
Specify Work Location
Construction Yard - Gulley Rd
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Driver's Abstract
Optional Documents
References
Other Document 1
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Pipelayer I position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Kelowna offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
