IRATA Level 3 Technician - Long-Term Maintenance Rotation - CNRL Albian

Tacten Industrial Inc; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Flights provided

Camp accommodations

Job summary

Tacten Industrial Inc is recruiting skilled IRATA Level 3 Rope Access Technicians to support long term maintenance at our client site CNRL in Fort McMurray, AB. This role offers a 14/14 maintenance rotation, 11 hour shifts, and accommodations with flights provided from major Canadian city hubs.

You will perform inspections, rigging plans, hazard assessments, and safe rope access work, while mentoring Level 1 and 2 technicians.

Qualifications

• IRATA Level 3 certification in good standing is required.
• Standard First Aid certification required.
• CSTS / OSSA Regional / ESC CSO / BSO required.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean abstract required.

Responsibilities

• Perform rope access inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Plan rigging setups ensuring safety per IRATA and site rules.
• Conduct pre-job hazard assessments and toolbox talks.
• Document work performed, inspections, and safety checks.
• Perform rescues and emergency response as required.
• Mentor Level 1 and 2 technicians in safe practices.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

IRATA rope access

Leadership

Safety mindset

Team supervision

Problem solving

Education

IRATA Level 3 Certification

Standard First Aid Certification

CSTS / OSSA Regional/ ESC CSO/ BSO

Tools

Rope access equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Tacten is recruiting skilled IRATA Level 3 Technicians to support long term maintenance at our client site CNRL in Fort McMurray, AB.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled team supporting critical turnaround activities at one of Canada's leading oil sands operations.If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment that champions growth, learning, and innovation, this is your chance to elevate your career. Let’s build something great together!

Position Details:

• Start Date: September 14, 2026
• Location: CNRL Albian, Fort McMurray, AB
• Rotation: 14/14 Maintenance Rotation. 11 Hours per shift.
• Travel: Flights provided from all major local city hubs in Canada
• Camp accommodations provided

Responsibilities

• Ensure all rope access activities are performed safely and in compliance with IRATA standards and company policies.
• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repair work using rope access methods.
• Plan and execute rigging setups, ensuring operational safety and compliance with site and IRATA requirements.
• Conduct pre-job hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and rescue plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, inspections, and safety checks.
• Perform rescues and emergency response procedures as required.
• Mentor and evaluate lower-level technicians (Level 1 and 2) in safe work practices.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Utilize trade expertise (e.g., NDT, Welding, Coatings/Blasting/Painting, Electrical, Insulator, etc.) while performing rope access duties.
• Conduct specialized trade work at height in accordance with industry standards and client specifications.

Requirements

Certifications:

• IRATA Level 3 Certification (valid and in good standing) required
• Standard First Aid Certification required
• CSTS / OSSA Regional/ ESC CSO/ BSO required
• Valid Driver’s License and Clean Driver’s Abstract required
• Other site-specific safety tickets (e.g., Confined Space Entry, H2S Alive, WHMIS, Fall Protection, TDG, Mobile EWP, etc.)

Qualifications / Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an IRATA Level 3 Rope Access Technician in industrial environments
• Strong understanding of rope access theory, rigging principles, maneuvers, hauling systems, and advanced rescue techniques
• Demonstrated ability to lead, instruct, and supervise Level 1 and Level 2 technicians
• Proven leadership and communication skills in a team environment
• Strong safety, quality, and client-focus mindset
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently in remote, high-risk, and variable conditions
• Problem-solving and time-management skills

Benefits

• The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.
• Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe!

Company Overview

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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