Inspection Trainee

National Oilwell Varco; Summer Village of Bonnyville Beach; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas services company in Alberta is seeking an Inspection Trainee to assist Operators with the inspection and repair of used tubular goods. Candidates should have partial high school education, a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, and strong communication skills. This safety-sensitive position requires passing a pre-employment physical and drug test, with training opportunities available.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible Spending Account

Employer-paid premiums

Employer contributions to employee’s RRSP

On-the-job training

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English to perform job duties.
• Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing.
• Standard First Aid and H2S Alive training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operators in utilizing inspection units and conducting repairs.
• Perform cleaning and inspection of pipe threads.
• Follow all applicable company policies regarding health and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service commitment

Education

Partial high school education

Job description

Job Summary

The Inspection Trainee in Bonnyville, 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.

Position is deemed safety sensitive and will require passing of a pre-employment physical and Drug & Alcohol test.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Assisting Operators in the utilization of Wellhead Isolog, Wellchek, and Classifax Sonoscope Isolog units.
• Thread inspection
• Magnetic Particle Inspection
• Cleaning and repair of pipe threads
• Drifting and sorting of tubulars
• Removal and application of thread compounds
• Coupling removal and replacement
• Equipment set up and tear down
• Unit calibration
• Basic unit maintenance
• General housekeeping and shop cleanup
• Responsible to 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

• Partial 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
• Strong 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.
• Position is deemed safety sensitive and will require passing of a pre-employment physical and Drug & Alcohol test.

Preferred method of application and to view all opportunities visit

Visit https://www.nov.com/Careers

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.

With over 40 different locations in Canada, and 30, 000 people worldwide, NOV is proud to offer their employees competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a Flexible Spending Account, employer paid premiums, and employer contributions to our employee’s RRSP. We are also proud to provide on the job training, with potential for advancement within our organization, and an Educational Assistance Program.

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