Gradeperson - Pipe and Grade Specialist

Civil Construction Grades person (Pipe & Grade Specialist)

Passionate about your career and ready for new challenges? Join Norland.

• Shoot pipe elevations using laser levels, transits, or GPS equipment.
• Establish and maintain invert elevations and slopes for:
  • Storm sewer
  • Sanitary sewer
  • Water mains
• Direct excavator operators during trenching to achieve proper grade.
• Continuously check pipe placement to ensure:
  • Correct slope (fall)
  • Alignment
  • Joint elevation accuracy
• Set and verify grade hubs, offset stakes, and benchmarks.
• Ensure trench bottom and bedding meet design elevations before pipe installation.
• Monitor and adjust grades throughout installation to avoid low/high spots.

• Interpret civil drawings, profiles, and pipe schedules.
• Work closely with:
  • Pipe crews
  • Foremen
  • Surveyors
  • Equipment operators
• Check grades for:
  • Excavation and backfill
  • Road subgrade and base
  • Structures (manholes, catch basins)
• Maintain grade stakes and layout control points.
• Identify and report discrepancies in plans or site conditions.
• Keep accurate field notes and measurements.

• 5+ years’ experience as a Grades person with pipe-laying experience.
• Strong understanding of pipe installation practices and invert calculations and slope (e.g., % grade).
• Experience using:
  • Laser levels (pipe lasers preferred)
  • Optical/transit levels
  • GPS systems (asset)
• Ability to read and interpret pipe profiles and sections, elevation drawings, and cut sheets.
• Strong math skills (grade, slope, elevations).

• High precision and attention to detail (critical for flow systems).
• Strong communication with operators and pipe crew.
• Ability to work in trench environments and active excavations.
• Problem solving when site conditions differ from plans.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight tolerances.

• Outdoor construction sites and trench work.
• Exposure to deep excavations and underground environments.
• Physically demanding (walking, climbing in/out of trenches).
• Variable weather conditions and extended hours.

• Follow trench safety and shoring requirements.
• Maintain safe distances from excavation edges and equipment.
• Participate in hazard assessments and daily tailgate meetings.
• Ensure safe entry/exit practices in trenches.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.

• Experience with pipe lasers and trenching operations.
• Surveying or layout experience.
• CSTS, WHMIS, Confined Space, Ground Disturbance Level II.
• Valid driver’s license as you will be operating company vehicles.

This is a Unionized position with Norland – CSW 1611. The position will earn Union wages and will have access to extended Union healthcare and benefits, a Union-sponsored pension plan, and additional training through the Training Plan. Expected hourly rate:
Unionized wage range for this position is $44.21 – $45.21 per hour (based on candidate’s experience), plus 10% vacation/statutory holiday pay.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.