Pipefitter Job Details | Aecon

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Company operating name: Aecon Construction Solutions Inc.

Business legal name: Aecon Construction Solutions Inc.

Business address: 20 Carlson Court, Suite 105, Toronto, ON, M9W 7K6

Title of position: Pipefitter

NOC: Pipefitter NOC 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers

Location of Work: Various Projects across Alberta, Canada

Office Location: 53367 RR 232, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 4V4 / 125 St, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 4G2

Terms of Employment: This is a full-time, project-based position

Employment Conditions: Morning, Day, Evening, Overnight, Weekend

Start Date: As soon as possible

Number of positions: 15

Travel Requirements: Travel will be required to Aecons sites throughout Canada

Language: English

Essential Function and Responsibilities

Reporting to the appropriate site supervisor, the Pipefitter / Steamfitter Apprentice & Journeyperson will be responsible for providing full cycle, in depth knowledge and support for the profession of Pipefitter / Steamfitter to ensure Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. achieves their general and specific project requirements.

• Study blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the type of pipe and tools to use and lay out the sequence of tasks
• Make detailed sketches for pipe and equipment fabrication and installation
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, solder, assemble and install metal, plastic and fibreglass pipes, valves and fittings
• Join pipe sections and related equipment and secure in position
• Use testing equipment to check systems for leaks
• Remove and replace worn components and do general maintenance work

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Certified Journeyperson Trade Ticket or indentured in the apprenticeship program
• 2-3 years experience reading piping and instrumentation design diagrams
• 2-3 years experience laying out and installing piping, tubing, fittings, and all related components.
• 2-3 years experience installing, testing, and maintaining low- and high-pressure steam and condensate systems
• 2-3 years experience rigging, hoisting, lifting, and positioning equipment.
• 2-3 Years Oil/Gas Industry experience
• Physical strength and stamina
• Manual dexterity
• Mechanical aptitude
• The ability to read and understand complex instructions and drawings
• The ability to do careful and precise work
• May be required to lift items weighing over 25 kilograms
• Must be willing to work in remote job locations
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must have a strong understanding of safety procedures and policies on an industrial job site

Compensation and Benefits

• $45.33 - $50.00 hourly rate
• Shift rotation to change per project requirements
  • 5 days on, 2 days off
  • 10 days on, 4 days off
  • 14 days on, 7 days off
  • 21 days on, 7 days off
  • 6 days on, 1 day off
• 10 hours per day hours flexible to change
• Overtime is given at the rate of 1.5 times the employee straight time hourly rate after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
• Overtime will be paid when an employee works on any regularly scheduled day off
• All compensation and benefits will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement
• 6% vacation and 4% statutory holiday pay will be provided in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Working Conditions and Environment

• Primary work location at site in Edmonton/ Sherwood Park/ Fort Saskatchewan (and surrounding areas), Alberta with work and travel required throughout Alberta
• Repetitive movement
• Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Continuously changing work tasks
• Ability to work a significant amount of hours throughout the day
• Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 25kg
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and environments

Contact Information:

28 Quarry Park Blvd, Suite 310, Calgary, AB, T2C 5P9

Telephone: 416.297.2600

Fax: 403-695-3090

Email: gmrecruitment@aecon.com

Aecon is an equal opportunity employer.

Upon request, Aecon accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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