Pressure Valve Technician (PSV) - Suncor Firebag - Maintenance - Permanent

Graham; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading skilled trades recruiter as a Pressure Safety Valve Technician in the vibrant oil sands industry. This permanent position offers a unique 14 days on, 14 days off schedule, with provided camp accommodations and charter flights. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance by inspecting and repairing valves while working closely with dedicated teams. The role requires a Journeyperson certification and offers the opportunity for ongoing training and certification. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Camp Accommodations

Charter Flights

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Journeyperson certification in a relevant trade required.
• 1-3 years of experience with valve operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and repair pressure safety valves.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams.

Skills

Valve Operations

Safety Protocols

English Communication

Education

Journeyperson Certification

CSO Certification

WHMIS 2015

Tools

Overhead Crane

Basic Rigging

Job description

Position: Pressure Valve Technician - Suncor Firebag Maintenance

Project Details

• Type: Maintenance
• Location: Suncor Firebag
• Shift: Days only
• Schedule: 14/14
• Accommodations: Camp provided
• Travel: Fly to and from site
• GC: Graham
• Allied Partner: Heartland Constructors Inc
• Reference Number: 28720

Job Overview

Jardeg is recruiting a Pressure Safety Valve Technician to join the SUNCOR Firebag maintenance team near Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is a permanent position starting around May 22nd, 2025, with a 14 days on, 14 days off day shift schedule.

Camp accommodations and charter flights from Calgary or Edmonton are provided. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo training with current onsite technicians until obtaining the PRD technician certification, which may take 6-12 months.

Role Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and repair PSVs, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Work closely with maintenance, operations, and reliability teams.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain equipment integrity.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson certification in a relevant trade (Instrumentation Technician, Pipefitter, Boilermaker, or Millwright).
• 1-3 years of experience working independently with valve operations.
• Experience in the oil sands industry.
• Certifications: CSO (Energy Safety Canada), ESC Fall Protection, Confined Space, Overhead Crane, Basic Rigging, WHMIS 2015, Respiratory Protective Equipment training, and a valid driver’s license with a clean 3-year abstract.
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-access drug and alcohol test.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to climb and work at heights.
• Proficiency in English for radio communication.

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