- Location: Nisku, Alberta
- Salary: $28.00 per hour
- Job Type: Contract
Advantages
Compensation & Work Schedule
Schedule: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM shift, giving you a long weekend every week.
Benefits & Time Off
Health & Dental Coverage: Full medical and dental benefits begin after 4 months of employment.
Vacation: Earn 2 weeks of paid vacation upon completing 4 months of service.
Future Growth & Additional Perks
Retirement Savings: Become eligible for a 3% employer-matched RRSP plan after one year of service.
Overtime Opportunities: Additional hours are available for team members looking to increase their income.
Tools Provided: All specialized fabrication tools are supplied — just bring your basic hand tools.
Responsibilities
Jacketed Piping Fabrication & Installation
Execute precise fabrication and field installation of custom jacketed piping systems. Interpret and apply P&ID and GA drawings to ensure all routing, connections, and fit-ups comply with engineering requirements.
Pressure Testing & System Verification
Use solid knowledge of bolt-up practices and hydrostatic testing to confirm system integrity. Ensure all high-pressure assemblies meet strict safety, performance, and leak-prevention standards.
High-Accuracy Fabrication & Alignment
Complete detailed tasks such as threading, torque application, alignment corrections, and minor fit-up adjustments. Construct jacketed spool pieces with exceptional accuracy and workmanship.
Module Assembly & System Integration
Assist in skid and module assembly by installing valves, supports, and instrumentation within larger industrial packages, helping ensure smooth mechanical integration.
Commitment to Quality & Safety
Maintain unwavering attention to accuracy, productivity, and risk control. Produce consistently high-quality work while promoting a strong, safety-focused environment.
Qualifications
Required Certification
Candidates must be formally registered as a 3rd-Year Pipefitter Apprentice to be considered for this role.
Essential Technical Expertise
This role demands strong hands-on experience in detailed mechanical assembly and precision fabrication work. Successful applicants should demonstrate capability in the following areas:
Flange Alignment & Bolt-Up
Proven ability to complete accurate flange fit-up and bolt-up on high-pressure systems while holding tight tolerances and ensuring long-term joint integrity.
Pressure Testing Experience
Practical background in preparing, conducting, and assessing hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests, including proper documentation and verification of results.
Victaulic System Knowledge
Understanding of Victaulic-style piping, including proper gasket identification, placement, and installation techniques to achieve secure, lasting seals.
Sizing & Component Selection
Competent in selecting correct studs, bolts, and gaskets based on flange ratings, pressure specifications, and engineering requirements.
Torque Application Precision
Demonstrated skill applying torque to exact specifications to ensure consistent, leak-free connections.
Industrial Fabrication Experience
Exposure to assembling, fabricating, or installing complex piping or mechanical systems in industrial, shop, or construction environments.
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and other technical diagrams to support accurate fabrication and installation.
Key Professional Traits
Dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-focused individual who performs effectively in a busy, team-driven environment.
Additional Requirements
Candidates must provide their own basic hand tools and maintain reliable transportation to the Nisku facility.