Pipefitter / Fitter Journeyperson

As a Pipefitter/Steamfitter Journeyperson, you will be responsible for lay out, fabrication, assembly, installation and maintenance of piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems. In this role you will also be using power tools, rigging equipment, and hand tools. You will be working in confined spaces and/or at heights, as well as noisy conditions. Work may be indoors or outdoors, and at extreme temperatures.
- Follow all company and site-specific safety rules. Working within the Company’s Safety Program at all times. Maintaining behaviour-based safety essentials and adherence to the Life Saving Rules. Understand and respond accordingly to all safety alerts, warnings, hazards, etc.
- Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Able to adequately comprehend and communicate using the English Language
- Listen and communicate effectively and respectfully. Work as a part of a team, under the direction of a foreman and/or general foreman. Maintain motivation to work safely and productively
- Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy, understanding and following specifications and drawings
- Plan work and select proper tools, equipment, materials and machinery
- Follow safety procedures for all lifting and rigging operations. Understand and utilize proper hand signals and terminology, adhering to lift plans
- Select type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications
- Inspect worksite to determine presence of obstructions
- Coordinate sequences of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers
- Cut pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel and pipe cutting machine
- Thread pipe using threading machine
- Mount pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe
- Assemble and install a variety of metal or non-metal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked and hand tools
- Secure pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools
- Use pneumatic and/or hydraulic testing equipment to check systems for leaks
- Perform other duties as required
- Successful completion of 4 Period Apprenticeship (minimum of 1,560hrs per period, directly related to the trade), followed by Journeyperson Certification OR a valid Journeyperson Certificate issued by another Canadian province or Territory with Interprovincial Red Seal Certification
- All journeypersons must demonstrate competence in their trade
- Fall arrest certificate is required when working at heights
- The following Offshore Certificates and Training is required and would be considered an asset:

- Basic Survival Training (BST) including HUET and HUEBA
- Rigging, Slinging, and Banksman
- Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Alive
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015)
- Offshore Safety Regulatory Awareness
- Fall Protection
- Confined Space Entry
- Emergency First Aid

**Physical Requirements**
- Must pass a site-specific drug and alcohol test and CAPP Medical as required by the customer
- Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs
- Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above
- Able to move and work in confined spaces, following proper protocol
- May be required consistently to work 12-hour shifts performing physical labour in varying temperature extremes and conditions. May be required to work overtime on occasion
- Must be able to climb and maintain balance on stairs, ladders, scaffolds and steel framework, utilizing proper fall arrest procedures when required. Able to safely and comfortably work at heights without posing a danger to oneself or others
- Able to meet physical requirements of frequent walking, climbing, standing, bending, twisting and crawling for the duration of the shift

**Diversity Statement**

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.