Pipefitter (Ft)

Matrix is hiring a Pipefitter for an exciting, long-term job in Halifax, NS. We offer additional overtime and wage parity for this position.This position also offers weekends off to allow for work/life balance. The Pipefitters will be working indoors in a controlled environment. The pay rate has increased to $43/hr. Our client has been building quality vessels for over 50 years and have been in the forefront of the Canadian shipbuilding for over 130 years.

Contact us if you know anyone who would be perfect for this role. Our Referral Bonus program provides $250 (after 40 hours of work) for every successful hire you recommend

**Responsibilities**:

- Read and interpret marine or industrial blueprints, pipe detail arrangement drawings, and work from standard and metric specifications
- Layout, fabricate, fit up a pipe assembly including fittings, flanges, and valves utilizing various tools and equipment
- Work with various pipe materials such as carbon steel, copper-nickel, and stainless steel along with the appropriate valves and fitting

**Requirements**:

- Trade Certificate specific to pipefitting trade
- WHMIS
- HSE Orientation
- ISI Medium Voltage Cable Training
- ISI Lockout Tag Training
- ISI Security Orientation (In Person)
- Must be able to commute to work daily.

**Qualifications**:

- A pre-employment Government Security Clearance/Background and Credit check will need to be completed
- Full PPE + Fit Tested Respirator Mask.

**Physical effort and work conditions**:

- Work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
- Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb
- Work in confined spaces and inclement weather
- Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate
- Work may be performed indoors and outdoors
- Frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
- Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds

**About Matrix Labour Leasing Ltd.**:
Matrix Labour Leasing is a full-service recruitment agency specializing in the placement and administration of the skilled trades workforce all across Canada. We have been in business for over nineteen years and have placed over 4,000,000 employment-hours in the Canadian workforce. We have been recognized as one of Alberta Venture’s Fast Growth 50 and as a Leader of Tomorrow by Business in Calgary. As a leader in our industry, Matrix remains committed remaining cutting edge of the Full Service Temporary/Permanent Placement model as well as best in class managed services in Payroll and Back Office Support. We are proud to serve the following industries: Industrial Construction Commercial Construction Oil and Gas Manufacturing Warehousing Hospitality Healthcare Pipeline Construction