Piledriver and 

Bridgeworker

Piledriver and Bridgeworkers are collaborative and versatile builders involved in the creation, repair and removal of the many marine structures that make our waterways efficient and safe to use. 

As a Piledriver and Bridgeworker, you’re a highly collaborative and precise tradesperson who builds, repairs and maintains a wide range of marine structures including bridges, docks, wharves, tunnels and bulkheads.  

You’re comfortable reading complex construction drawings and following building codes, using your math skills and precision to ensure you closely follow requirements. You’ll work on a variety of projects in different phases, from surveying and levelling, to formwork, building cofferdams and bulkheads, and piledriving. 

And you’re a versatile team member, capable of fitting, welding, rigging, form work, seamanship, heavy-duty equipment operation—and more—on a daily basis.

What You'll Learn

  • How to read construction drawings and interpret building codes
  • How to use power tools and shop equipment
  • How to use survey, access and rigging equipment
  • How to perform site layout and build concrete formwork
  • How to use marine work procedures including building cofferdams and bulkheads, piledriving, and repairing marine structures 

Key Job Skills

  • Trade-related math and science
  • Construction drawings and building code interpretation
  • Pildriving and bridgeworker tool use
  • Surveying and formwork
  • Marine navigation and structures 

Start Your Apprenticeship

Interested in this trade? Learn how to start your apprenticeship.

Technical Training 18 weeks over 3 years
Work-Based Training
3600 HOURS

Technical Training

The classroom is where you learn the technical knowledge to complement your work-based training. Make sure to register as early as possible to secure a seat for technical training with a SkilledTradesBC-designated training provider

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC to find where this program is being offered across the province. 

Program Information

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Challenge the Certification Exam

If you have work experience in the trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may be eligible to challenge the certification exam as a Trade Qualifier to become certified without going through an apprenticeship program. 

If you have some practical experience but do not yet qualify for the certification exam, you may be eligible to challenge a level exam to enter the program at the appropriate level. 

Check the Program Profile on this page for the available pathway options and eligibility details.