Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter - Albian FM Site

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 800 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 350 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary:

Position: Dual Ticketed Journeyman Plumber

Type: Full-time

Location: CNUL Albian FM

Schedule: 7 on / 7 off – Day Shift

Compensation Details:

• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 3 months of continuous service
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Company support for recertification of required tickets
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed
• Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site
• Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location

Role Summary:

Bouchier is looking for a Dual Ticketed Journeyman Plumber who is ambitious, hardworking, and eager to learn new skills while supporting the organization in a variety of roles. The Dual Ticketed Journeyman Plumber installs, maintains, and repairs pipes, fittings, fixtures, and equipment associated with heating, cooling, water distribution, and sanitary systems in residential and commercial structures. Inspects drainage and other plumbing systems for compliance with provincial plumbing codes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of firewater distribution system.
• Repairs and replaces underground valves, fire hydrants, fire monitors and manifolds to manufacturer recommended authority (AHJ) and NFPA guidelines/standards.
• Install, repair, and maintain domestic, commercial plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Keep up to date with current safety regulations, requirements, and training for the various firewater equipment the company installs and maintains.
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections and passage holes in walls, floors, and culverts.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Measure and cut pipes using hand and power tools.
• Join pipes using couplings (mechanical and electrofusion), clamps, screws, bolts, and butt fusion equipment.
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
• May prepare cost estimates.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Assemble and install valves, fittings and hoses onto fire hydrants, fire monitors and manifolds sinks.
• Provide training, mentorship and support for Apprentices as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Qualified in Alberta as a Journeyperson Plumber and Class A or B Gasfitter
• A minimum of three years of experience in an oilfield industrial environment experience is preferred.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and rectify a large variety of operational problems.
• Thorough knowledge of plumbing system maintenance and repairs
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• CSTS and OSSA Regional Orientation or OSSA BSO (Basic Safety Orientation before December 31, 2018) or CSO (Common Safety Orientation after January 1, 2019)
• Good mathematical, scientific, mechanical, and logical reasoning abilities
• Ability to get along well with others on a work team.
• All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English.

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until a suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks.

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.