Civil Gradesperson

Kovac Electrical Group Ltd

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Vancouver Until 9/7/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 9, 2026 Last posted July 9, 2026
Job description

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Foreperson and Site Superintendent, the Gradesperson is to lay and join concrete, and plastic, pipe for drains, sewers, and small utilities. This position will ensure that the ground is prepared and the trenches dug out for the pipes. The work requires manual labor as well as assisting other positions involved in the projects with hands-on work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Align pipe in appropriate sections
  • Grade trenches or culverts
  • Shoot Grade
  • Maintain tools, chop saw, and equipment in good condition and according to safety standards
  • Consistently arrive on time to the job site with the appropriate gear
  • Create lists of necessary tools, materials, and supplies that are needed to perform the work
  • Participate in Professional Development courses and other forms of training in order to strengthen knowledge and skills

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

  • 2+ years of experience
  • Ability to follow instructions from supervisors
  • Ability to read and understand civil blueprints
  • Shoot elevations for manholes, pipe, roadways and building lots
  • Physically able to perform assigned tasks in various environments and conditions including heavy lifting more than 50 lbs
  • An understanding of the safety procedures
  • Driver’s License is required
  • Ability to communicate proficiently in English
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Certifications (Assets)

  • Confined Space Awareness
  • First Aid / CPR
  • WHMIS
  • Trench Safety / Shoring certification
  • Fall Protection
  • Rigging Certificate

Work Environment

  • Outdoor civil construction sites in varying weather conditions
  • Physically demanding role with extended periods in trenches
  • Overtime and flexible hours may be required based on project schedules

 

  

Salary Range:

$36-50 per hour based on experience

 

  

About The Company:

Founded on more than 35 years of collective professional experience, CapWest is specialized in meeting the modern needs of the growing construction industry in North America. We provide integrated solutions for clients across diverse industries, following an efficient and cooperative approach, and always delivering project certainty. We believe it is the culmination of our passion for providing world-class construction and construction management services, while also fostering long-term relationships that yield exceptional and innovative outcomes that continue to shape the industry.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

 

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

 

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the CapWest. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

 

About this role

Summary

Lay and join pipes, grade trenches, and perform site preparation tasks.

Job title

Civil Gradesperson

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Vancouver, on-site, outdoor civil construction work

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

ability to follow instructionsblueprint readingphysical abilitydriver's license

Preferred skills

confined space awarenessfirst aid CPRWHMIStrench safetyfall protectionrigging

Specializations

concretepipe layinggradingblueprint reading
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

On-site City