Commercial Pipefitter- Journeyman

Fabrication / Field Operations General Foreman / Field Supervisor Nisku, Alberta (Shop & Field-Based) Full-Time, Permanent Alberta Journeyman Pipefitter Certificate or Red Seal 5Blue is a Canadian engineering and fabrication company specializing in modular gas processing systems for the energy industry.
Based in Nisku, Alberta, our engineers, welders, fabricators, and support professionals work together to deliver custom systems designed to perform in some of the world’s most demanding operating environments.
The Journeyman Pipefitter is a certified trades professional responsible for the skilled fabrication, installation, and maintenance of piping systems on 5Blue Process Equipment Inc.’s custom processing equipment, pressure skids, and field installations. This role requires a fully certified, experienced pipefitter who works with a high degree of independence, applies sound trade judgment, and consistently delivers work that meets 5Blue’s quality, safety, and code compliance standards. The Journeyman Pipefitter is a core member of 5Blue’s fabrication and field operations team and plays a direct role in the quality and efficiency of every processing equipment package that leaves the shop or is installed at a customer site. At the Journeyman level, the expectation is full ownership of assigned scopes, accurate self-inspection of work, and active contribution to the team’s safety culture and productivity. Perform the full scope of journeyman‑level pipefitting work including layout, measurement, cutting, bevelling, threading, fit‑up, and assembly of carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome‑moly, and alloy piping systems. Fabricate and assemble pipe spools, headers, manifolds, and process piping packages from isometric drawings, P&IDs, and engineering specifications. Install flanged, threaded, socket weld, and butt weld piping connections in accordance with applicable codes and approved procedures. Install valves, instruments, pipe supports, hangers, expansion loops, and associated piping components accurately and to drawing. Perform small bore tubing installations including instrument tubing, impulse lines, and chemical injection lines. Support tack welding, fit‑up alignment, and weld joint preparation in coordination with the welding team. Quality & Code Compliance Ensure all pipefitting work is performed in full compliance with ASME B31.3, CSA B51, and other applicable piping codes and project specifications. Self‑inspect completed work thoroughly before submission for formal quality review or NDE, ensuring dimensional accuracy, correct material identification, and drawing compliance. Participate in hydrostatic testing, pneumatic testing, and NDE activities, supporting test preparation, execution, and post‑test restoration. Identify and communicate non‑conformances, material discrepancies, and drawing conflicts to the General Foreman or Engineer promptly. Perform field piping installations at customer sites and processing facilities throughout Alberta, including tie‑ins, modifications, and new installations on operating or pre‑commissioning equipment. Support equipment commissioning activities including final piping connections, leak checks, and system flushing and cleaning procedures. Work safely in operating plant environments, following site‑specific permit‑to‑work systems, isolation procedures, and confined space entry requirements. Liaise professionally with client site personnel and supervisors, representing 5Blue’s standards of workmanship and conduct. Provide direct on‑job supervision and mentorship to apprentice pipefitters assigned to work under their direction. Model safe work practices, professionalism, and high‑quality workmanship for apprentices at all times. Adhere to all Alberta OHS regulations, 5Blue’s HSE policies, and site‑specific safety requirements at all times. Maintain a clean and organized work area in the shop and on site, identifying and correcting hazards proactively. Report all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to the General Foreman immediately. Ensure all work within their scope is performed within established permit‑to‑work, lockout/tagout, and isolation requirements. Valid Alberta Journeyman Pipefitter Certificate; Red Seal (Interprovincial Standards) endorsement is a strong asset. Minimum 2–5 years of post‑certification journeyman pipefitting experience in a fabrication shop, oilfield services, or industrial construction environment. Demonstrated proficiency in reading and working from piping isometrics, P&IDs, and fabrication drawings. Experience with carbon steel piping fabrication and field installation; stainless steel and alloy experience is an asset. Experience fabricating and installing piping on custom processing equipment, pressure vessels, or oilfield skid packages. 3 and CSA B51 piping code requirements in a fabrication context. Experience with small bore tubing, instrument