Sheet Metal Technician

TransCanada Turbines; Alberta; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent service provider in the gas turbine industry as a Sheet Metal Technician. This role involves working with sheet metal to fabricate and repair gas turbine engine structures and components. You'll utilize your skills in blueprint reading, welding, and tool usage to contribute to the efficiency of the Component Repair department. The company values flexibility and teamwork, offering a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being. If you're passionate about technical work and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, 100% employer paid

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in sheet metal work and gas turbine components.
• Ability to read blueprints and use various tools for fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and fabricate sheet metal components for gas turbines.
• Maintain a clean work area and ensure safe working conditions.

Skills

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Blueprint Reading

Welding

Power and Hand Tools Usage

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

5 years related experience

Combination of education and experience

Tools

Welding Equipment

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

TransCanada Turbines (TCT) is the sole authorized overhaul, repair and maintenance service provider for Siemens Energy and General Electric (GE) aeroderivative industrial gas turbines, serving an expanding international client base.

TransCanada Turbines’ key strength is our people, who offer quality and flexibility that only an independent organization can provide.

Summary

Reporting to the Team Leader, Component Repair, the Sheet Metal Technicians specialize in working with sheet metal in the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of gas turbine engine structures and components.

Duties:

The duties will include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Reading and interpreting engine blueprints and engineering drawings to understand job requirements.
2. Using power and hand tools to shape and form sheet metal into engine parts and components.
3. Joining and assembling fabricated parts using rivets, bolts, soldering or welding equipment.
4. Ensuring the cleanliness and organization of the work area to maintain a safe working environment.
5. Ensuring all parts are properly stored, cleaned, and packaged to prevent any material handling damage.
6. Working closely with the Team Lead and other departments to ensure the efficient and timely processing of components through the Component Repair department.
7. Assisting in training future personnel, including assisting the Team Leader with the compilation of work instructions and procedures.
8. Assisting with repair scheme development and expansion of the current component repair scope of services.
9. Making recommendations on policy and procedures to improve shop productivity and profit of the company in general, and to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Increasing knowledge of the HSE Policy and Manual and maintaining a positive attitude towards the health and safety of myself and my coworkers.
11. Taking ownership of HSE issues and demonstrating enthusiasm and support for HSE.
12. Other duties as directed by the Team Leader, Component Repair or designate(s).

This position will require the candidate to work on a shift rotation including day shift and evening shift.

Employee/team flexibility is of prime importance to TransCanada Turbines. It is important that all employees are willing and able to assist with any activity, at any time, as necessary to support the needs of a changing and demanding customer base in the gas turbine repair and overhaul business.

The minimum training and/or educational requirement for this role is 5 years related experience or a combination of education and experience that allows the individual to adequately perform the role, determined by Team Lead, Component Repair.

We Offer:

• A full comprehensive benefits package, 100% employer paid.