Pipefitter

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. - NAC Constructors Ltd.; Kemptville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Journeyperson Pipefitter, where your skills will contribute to vital water pollution control projects. This role involves working with a team of skilled professionals, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in heavy construction. You'll be responsible for laying out and maintaining piping systems, utilizing your expertise in welding and blueprint reading. With opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits plan, this position offers a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Career Growth Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefit Plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Company Matched Pension Plan

Registered Retirement Savings Plans

Additional Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Friendly Working Environment

Team Activities and Events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in large scale heavy construction projects.
• Proficient in pipefitting skills for 1" to 24" pipe.
• Current WHMIS, Fall Arrest, and EWP training required.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, assemble, and maintain piping systems according to specifications.
• Inspect and test installed systems using various methods.
• Modify and maintain pipe systems and related equipment.

Skills

Pipefitting

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Hoisting & Rigging

Safety Procedures

Education

Licensed Pipefitter/Steamfitter

Tools

Cutting Torches

Pipe Threaders

Benders

Threading Machine

Victaulic Groover

Job description

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

NAC is currently seeking a Journeyperson Pipefitter to join our Water Pollution Control Plant project in Kemptville, ON. Candidates with welding experience and certifications preferred.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Mechanical Superintendent you will be responsible for laying out, assembling, fabricating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing piping systems. This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry.Specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control and safety associated with this industry.

Job Description:

• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
• Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints.
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.
• Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.
• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools.
• Remove and replace worn components.
• Inspect work sites for obstructions and to ensure that holes will not cause structural weakness.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed Pipefitter/Steamfitter
• 3-5 years experience working on large scale heavy construction projects
• Must possess pipefitting skills for 1" to 24"pipe
• Experience in fitting pipe and/or pressure vessels
• Experience with stainless pipework in large diameters (6" and larger)
• Experience working with PVC pipe, copper and carbon steel
• Experience with threading machine and victaulic groover
• Experience reading mechanical blueprints and doing layouts
• Hoisting & Rigging experience, working with cranes and other heavy machinery
• Must be able to execute clear direction in a timely manner, work independently, as well as on a team
• Practice workplace safety procedures as per NAC's policy, ensuring safe lifting and handling procedures
• Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current
• Own basic hand tools
• Current WHMIS, Fall Arrest and Elevated Work Platform (EWP) and Confined Space training is required.

NAC Offers:

- Competitive compensation

- Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance

- Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Excellent company matched pension plan

- Registered Retirement Savings Plans

- Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day

- Community involvement opportunities

- Friendly working environment

- Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information