Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter

Bouchier; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Journeyman Plumber/Gas Fitter, where your skills will contribute to vital camp projects in the oil sands. This role offers a chance to work with a dedicated team, ensuring the installation and maintenance of natural gas systems. With a commitment to safety and quality, you'll thrive in an environment that values your expertise. Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry, this position is for you!

Benefits

Health & Dental Benefits

Long-Term Disability Benefits

Registered Pension Plan

Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program

Accommodations Provided

Flights from Edmonton/Calgary

Progression and Development Opportunities

Safety Recognition

Years of Service Recognition

Company Welcome Gift

Qualifications

• Red Seal or Alberta certified Journeyman Plumber required.
• Extensive gas fitting experience and proficiency in threading techniques.

Responsibilities

• Install underground and above ground gas piping as per blueprints.
• Test pipes for leaks and maintain safety regulations.
• Provide mentorship and support for Apprentices.

Skills

Plumbing

Gas Fitting

Blueprint Interpretation

Troubleshooting

Mathematical Skills

Education

Red Seal Journeyman Plumber Certificate

Journeyman Gas Fitter Class A or B

High School Diploma

Tools

Threading Tools

Pressure Gauges

Power Tools

Job description

Company Description

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary

Position: Journeyman Plumber/Gas Fitter (Dual Ticket)

Type: Full Time

Location: CNRL Horizon – Camp Projects

Schedule: 7 on / 7 off (Averaging Arrangement Applies)

Compensation Details

• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 3 months of continuous service
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Other Incentives

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Company support for recertification of required tickets
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed
• Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site
• Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location
  
  

Role Summary

Bouchier is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter to join our team supporting our camp projects site. We are looking for someone who is not only skilled in plumbing but also interested in project work and contributing to our team's success in maintaining our camp facilities. As a Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter, you will play a crucial role in installing Natural Gas Piping for this project.

Primary Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of Natural Gas distribution lines.
• Install underground polyethylene pipe, above ground carbon steel pipe, fittings, pressure gauges, PCV’s, PSV’s and pipe supports to transport the NG from the Tie-in point to the individual buildings.
• Keep up to date with current safety regulations, requirements, and training for the various NG systems the company installs and maintains.
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections and passage holes in walls.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Measure and cut pipes using hand and power tools.
• Thread pipe.
• Join pipes using couplings (mechanical).
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
• May prepare cost estimates.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Provide training, mentorship and support for Apprentices as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Red Seal or Alberta certified Journeyman Plumber certificate is required.
• Journeyman Gas Fitter Class A or B is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.
• CSTS and OSSA Regional Orientation or OSSA BSO (Basic Safety Orientation before December 31, 2018) or CSO (Common Safety Orientation after January 1, 2019) certification.
• Extensive gas fitting experience.
• Proficiency in threading techniques.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with DR11 Poly gas line.
• Minimum three years of experience in an oilfield industrial environment.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Thorough knowledge of plumbing system maintenance and repairs.
• Strong mathematical, scientific, mechanical, and logical reasoning abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a work team.
• Fluent in spoken, written, and reading English.
• All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
  
  

Application Instructions

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks.

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.