Welder Technician

Trans Mountain Corporation; Area M (Beautiful Nicola Valley - North); On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans Mountain Corporation is seeking a Welding Technician to join their team in British Columbia. This role involves performing various welding techniques, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have significant experience in the oil and gas sector and relevant certifications. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Valuable experience for professional development

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Meaningful work that makes a difference

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in in-service welding procedures in oil and gas.
• Certification with interprovincial designation is required.
• Knowledge of Canadian Standards Association W178.2 Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site welding and maintain accurate records of welding parameters.
• Conduct inspections and non-destructive tests to ensure quality.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve welding procedures.

Skills

Welding

Inspection

Safety Compliance

Education

Alberta Grade B Pressure Welder Certificate

Technical Safety BC Pressure Welder Certificate

Job description

Location : North Thompson, British Columbia, Canada

Trans Mountain operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 300,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta and British Columbia, and 111 kilometres of pipeline in Washington state.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step.

The Welding Technician is responsible for performing various welding techniques to join and fabricate metal components. This role involves ensuring the quality and precision of welds while adhering to safety and company guidelines / specifications.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform all on-site welding requirements such as in-service, fabrication, and repair welding to fabricate metal components according to engineering blueprints and specifications.
• Contractor oversight / inspection for activities directly related to ground disturbance, pipeline repair, and mechanical outside services.
• Maintain accurate records of welding parameters, inspection reports, and any deviations encountered during welding processes. Collaborate with the engineering team to update and improve welding procedures as needed.
• Adhere strictly to safety guidelines and procedures during all welding operations. Ensure proper ventilation, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and compliance with company and industry safety standards.
• Perform the installation of pressure-containing, pipe compression, and composite repair sleeves. Operate and maintain specialized pipeline equipment.
• Regularly inspect welds for defects, adherence to quality standards, and structural integrity. Conduct non-destructive tests (NDT) and visual inspections to identify and rectify any welding issues.

Qualifications and Professional Experience :

• Five years’ experience maintaining and performing in-service welding procedures in an oil and gas setting.
• Alberta Grade B Pressure Welder Certificate of Competency, with interprovincial designation or Technical Safety BC Pressure Welder Certificate of Recognition with interprovincial designation.

Specific knowledge that would be an asset :

• Pipeline Maintenance Skill Block Competencies outlined in the TMCI Training Program.
• Canadian Standards Association W178.2 Certification of Welding Inspectors Certified Level I.

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. We welcome new members to our team that embrace these qualities.

We offer :

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value :

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• Collaboration and achieving success together.

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain existing, and expansion, pipeline corridor.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.

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