Yard Labourer

National Oilwell Varco; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Inspection Trainee to join their team in Grande Prairie. This entry-level role involves assisting operators with the inspection and repair of used tubular goods, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong communication skills, along with a commitment to customer service. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a safety-sensitive environment while adhering to health, safety, and environmental protocols. If you're ready to kickstart your career in a dynamic setting, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• High school education required; must communicate effectively in English.
• Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operators in inspection and repair of tubular goods.
• Perform cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Pipe Handling

Inspection Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

NDT Inspection Equipment

Job description

The Inspection Trainee in Grande Prairie, Alberta will assist Operators in the inspection and repair of used tubular goods and is responsible for pipe handling, cleaning and inspection and repair of used tubular goods, including drill pipe.

This position is classified as safety sensitive, and employment would be conditional on satisfactory completion of a pre-employment testing.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting Operators in the utilization of NDT inspection equipment.
• Ensure thread and magnetic particle inspection accordingly; removal and application of thread compounds.
• You will clean and repair pipe threads, drift and sort tubulars.
• Responsible for coupling removal and replacement together with unit calibration.
• General housekeeping, shop cleanup and basic unit maintenance.
• Follow all applicable company and corporate policies, guiding principles, procedures and programs; including but not limited to the process map, support processes, health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Participate in training programs as required by the company.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• High school education with the ability to read, write and speak a minimum amount of English to perform job duties.
• Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to customer service.
• Standard First Aid and H2S Alive training preferred.

Technical Requirements:

• Standard First Aid and H2S Alive training preferred.

HSE Requirements:

• Work is performed in a shop and yard environment. Possibility to be exposed to dust, fumes or gases and changes of temperature/humidity.
• Physical requirements: squatting, bending, reaching, twisting, lifting up to 23 kilograms, walking on rough ground, and working near moving equipment.
• Required to at all times wear proper protective clothing and equipment and perform duties in a safe manner.

NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination or Harassment of Any Kind: NOV is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. NOV values inclusion and diversity; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

NOV thanks all interested applicants; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.