Shop Hand - Pumps and Labour

GetHired, Inc.; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

RRSP matching

Flexible vacation

Retention Bonus

Job summary

Ketek Group Inc. is seeking an entry‑level Shop Hand to support shop personnel and Project Managers. You will learn maintenance on Ketek equipment and operate various hand tools, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates are eager to learn, adaptable, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Responsibilities include cleaning, basic repairs, and paperwork while working both in the shop and in the field.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and clean driver’s abstract.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Fluent in English (reading, written, spoken).
• Experience working with basic hand tools.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Receive, understand, and execute instructions from Shop Foreman and senior staff.
• Clean equipment and tools using a high‑power pressure washer.
• Disassemble equipment to clean components as needed.
• Identify faulty or damaged equipment and inform supervisor.
• Repair/service submersible pumps and related pumping equipment.
• Determine the correct tools/equipment for each task.
• Use checklists, inspections, and safety guidelines to complete tasks.
• Maintain safe, efficient, and timely task completion.
• Perform routine shop housekeeping.

Skills

Fluent English

Basic hand tools

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic knowledge of submersible pumps

Job description

WHY JOIN US?!

• 100% Employer funded health, dental, and vision coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Competitive wages and flexible vacation
• Retention Bonus
• Family-operated business

Ketek Group Inc:

From its 10 locations in Western and Northern Canada, Ketek is able to provide services and rental equipment to clients throughout the region’s oil and gas, mining, construction, and municipal sectors.

POSITION BACKGROUND:

In this entry-level position, you will assist other shop personnel and Project Managers with a variety of tasks, while learning the basics of maintenance on Ketek equipment, including how to operate various hand tools. The Shop Hand is expected to be adaptable, eager to learn, and have basic mechanical aptitude.

CORE DUTIES:

Shop Operations

• Receive, understand, and execute instructions from Shop Foreman and senior employees
• Clean equipment and tools using a high-power pressure washer
• Disassemble equipment, if needed, to thoroughly clean
• Identify faulty/damaged equipment and/or defective materials and inform the supervisor of the problem
• Repair/service submersible pumps and other pumping equipment
• Determine the correct type of tools/equipment to be used for a specific task
• Utilize checklists, inspections, work procedures, and safety guidelines to complete tasks
• Complete assigned tasks in a safe, efficient, and timely manner
• Perform routine housekeeping duties in the shop

Other Duties

• Complete all required paperwork on a daily basis, including hazard assessment and Daily JobControl Sheet
• Cooperate with Training department for scheduling of new/recertification training
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper Personal Protective Equipment
• Ensure all Ketek’s work procedures, policies and Occupational Health and Safety regulations are followed.
• Represent Ketek in a light that is commensurate with the values of Management and the Corporate Vision and Mission Statements

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Required

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and clean driver’s abstract
• High school diploma or GED
• Fluent in the English language (reading, written, spoken)
• Experience working with basic hand tools
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and frequent demanding deadlines
• Ability to handle changing schedules and priorities, with high-level prioritization skills
• Strong work ethic and organizational planning skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in dewatering, well-testing, or water transfer
• Basic knowledge of submersible pumps
• Experience on oilfield or oilsands sites

This position is defined as Safety Sensitive: Drug, Alcohol, Back and Audio tests are required prior to commencing employment.

Work Environment

• Field environment (10%) and shop environment (90%)
• Required to work weekends and outside of regular office hours
• Required to work outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and heat