Journeyperson Ironworker

Strike Group; Prince George; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel pay: $400/shift

Camp retention: $25/day

Job summary

Strike Group is seeking a Journeyperson Ironworker for a live and greenfield structural steel project at Mount Bracey Compressor Station in Prince George, BC. You will read blueprints, lay out and erect steel, rig cranes, and coordinate hoisting and installation with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities include following blueprints, signaling crane operators, installing pre-fabricated supports, and performing overhead/rigging tasks while maintaining a teamwork-focused, safety-first approach.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Fluent in English (speaking and reading).
• Experience working at heights is required.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to lay out the work.
• Assemble and erect pre-fabricated structural supports.
• Signal crane operator to position steel units according to plan.
• Erect and install hoisting, equipment and rigging.
• Position steel units, align holes and insert temporary bolts.
• Unload and install pre-cast components.
• Perform physically demanding tasks and secure steel in hard-to-reach areas.
• Identify, report and resolve issues with materials and processes.
• Work with non-destructive Testing Inspector and assist in repairs/modifications.

Skills

Read blueprints

Team player

English fluency

Education

Journeyperson certificate

Job description

Position Summary

Working within Strike's Project Group, Journeyperson Ironworkers assist in laying out, installing and fabricating structural steel in live and greenfield environments. Work assignments include cutting steel, interpreting blueprints, rigging, directing cranes, assisting welders and setting structural steel.

Employees are expected to support and participate in a “culture of safety” and adhere to and be ambassadors of Strike’s Code of Conduct and Values, and to treat others with dignity, respect and fairness.

PROJECT DETAILS

• Project Name: Mount Bracey Compressor Station
• Nearest City: Prince George, B.C (Camp Project)
• Shift: 14 Days on/7 Days off
• Travel pay: $400/shift
• Camp retention: $25/day

Core Accountabilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to lay out the work
• Assemble and erect pre-fabricated structural supports
• Signal crane operator to position steel units according to
• Erect and install hoisting, equipment and rigging
• Position steel units, align holes and insert temporary bolts
• Unload and install pre-cast components
• Performs physically demanding tasks such as lifting and moving structural steel/plates while standing for extended periods of time and securing steel in hard to reach areas
• Identifies, initiates, recommends, and assists in issue resolution processes
• Identify, recognize, and demonstrate safe usage of power tools and hand tools appropriate for the job
• May perform other related duties as assigned
• Work with non-destructive Testing Inspector
• Conduct repairs, modifications, and retrofits
• Monitor parts usage and report on any material issues

Qualifications

Education

• Possess a valid Journeyperson certificate of qualification issued by the appropriate provincial or federal authority

Experience

• Must have experience working at heights
• Previous construction experience would be considered an asset

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Capable of working as part of a team
• Fluent in speaking and reading English
• Must be able to follow directions

Safety Tickets Required

• CSTS 2020 or Common Safety Orientation (CSO)
• Bear or Wildlife Awareness course
• Fall Protection Training
• Aerial Work Platform Training
• Telehandler training is required if you will be operating equipment.
• Overhead Crane certification training – not mandatory but good to have
• Hoisting and Rigging Training

Why work for Strike

Based in Western Canada with a head office in Calgary, Alberta, we provide energy and industrial construction and maintenance services across the largest geographical area in Canada.

At Strike we continuously demonstrate leadership, drive, creativity, and initiative. This has been shown through the recognition of being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2007, and then later recognized at Platinum Level for Canada’s Best Managed Companies distinction since 2018.

Our team is comprised of loyal, supportive, and forward-thinking industry professionals. We foster a stable, safe, and community-minded environment where you can embrace professional development and maximize your upward mobility. At Strike we also reward our own people for their continuous commitment, energy, enthusiasm, and results. Our culture at Strike is highly important to us, which is why we make many efforts to support those employed at Strike.

Strike’s main value is that every employee gets home safe. We are a safety focused company that allows our employees to work efficiently with the safest equipment and procedures. At Strike, we have created a community that supports the importance of physical and mental health. As we value the importance of treating others as we wish to be treated, Strike has a welcoming and inclusive team.

Strike Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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