Pipefitters - CNRL Horizon (Fort McMurray, AB)

Primoris Services; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Steamfitter-Pipefitter to join their dynamic team in Alberta. This physically demanding role involves connecting pipes, hydro-testing, and rigging, both indoors and outdoors. You will be responsible for ensuring safety compliance and utilizing your skills in pipe installation and maintenance. With a commitment to employee development and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment while contributing to major projects in the oil and gas sector. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Pension

Health and Welfare

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to lift 50lbs and climb in/under units in the field.
• Organized and self-motivated with strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules and standards while performing job duties.
• Connect and install pipes using various methods and tools.
• Perform pressure tests and ensure structural integrity of pipe systems.

Skills

Pipe fitting

Hydro-testing

Rigging

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Alberta registered apprentice or ticketed journeyman

CSTS-09, CSO, or BSO certification

Tools

Pipe bending tools

Pressure testing equipment

Cutting torch

Job description

Primoris Canada is an infrastructure contractor serving major firms in the oil, gas, power, petrochemical, and heavy oil industries and include services covering tailings and hydro-transport pipeline construction and maintenance, storage tank construction and maintenance, industrial facilities multi-discipline construction and maintenance, piping fabrication, and pipeline integrity services.

SUMMARY

The Steamfitter-Pipefitter is involved in connecting pipe, hydro-testing, and rigging. This work may exist indoors or outdoors depending on the scope and is typically physically demanding.

Location: CNRL Horizon - Fort McMurray, AB

Anticipated Start Date: May 22, 2025

Shift: 7&7 or 14&14 Compressed - Nights

Accommodation : Camp available

Travel: Flights provided from Edmonton or Calgary

Hourly Rate: $31.20 - $52.00 (Exclusive of employer contributions for vacation/statutory, health and welfare, RSP, pension, and education and training)

JOB DUTIES

• Comply with Company and Client Safety rules, as well as OH&S standards
• Select type of pipe, size of pipe, and systems by applying knowledge of system operation and following blueprints
• Construct support hangers and hydraulic cylinders according to specifications
• Utilize pipe bending tools or machines to bend pipe
• Perform pressure tests by increasing pressure in pipe systems and observing pressure gauges to test for leaks
• Ensure that holes cut in pipe will not cause structural weakness
• Connect pipe utilizing threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, or fused joints and hand tools
• Install and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic components of machines and equipment, such as pumps and cylinders
• Cut pipe utilizing saws, pipe cutting machines, cutting torch, etc.
• Secure pipe with brackets, clamps, and hangars
• Attend required safety and tailgate/toolbox meetings
• May perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be an Alberta registered apprentice or ticketed journeyman (or hold an apprenticeship or journeyman certificate recognized by AIT)
• CSTS-09, CSO, or BSO
• Overhead crane and rigging considered an asset
• Able to work well in a team environment
• Must be physically able to lift 50lbs and climb in/under units in the field
• Organized and self-motivated

BENEFITS

• Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Pension
• Health and Welfare
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Plan
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Optical/Vision Insurance
  • Massage Therapy
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program

Pre-employment alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment.

Primoris embraces the belief that our employees are our greatest asset and most valuable resource. We realize that a successful company depends on skilled, happy workers. Because of this belief, we put forth every effort to make Primoris the employer of choice for our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry; and company-paid career training contributes to employees’ professional development and advancement.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates chosen for further review will be contacted. All applications will be kept confidential and will remain retained for future consideration.