Journeyperson Plumber (Projects)

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 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 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: Journeyperson Plumber

Type: Project (~3 mo)

Location: TBD

Schedule: 14 on/14 off, Straight Day Shift, 12 hours per day – Averaging Arrangement Applies

Compensation Details:

• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 12 months of continuous service
  
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching - eligible after 12 months of continuous service
• 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
• Flight allowance provided

Role Summary:

Bouchier is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Journeyman Plumber to join our team supporting our camp dorm renovation project for approximately 3 months. As a Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter, you will play a crucial role in installing a variety of piping for this project. Knowledge of and ability to execute work according to plumbing codes are a key requirement of this role.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of Natural Gas distribution lines and other piping.

• Install underground polyethylene pipe, above ground carbon steel pipe, fittings, pressure gauges, PCV’s, PSV’s and pipe supports to transport the NG from the Tie-in point to the individual buildings.

• Shower and shower door install
• Keep up to date with current safety regulations, requirements, and training for the various NG systems the company installs and maintains.

• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections and passage holes in walls.

• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.

• Measure and cut pipes using hand and power tools.

• Thread pipe.

• Join pipes using couplings (mechanical).

• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.

• May prepare cost estimates.

• Receive and complete work orders.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Red Seal or Alberta certified Journeyman Plumber certificate is required.

• Journeyman Gas Fitter Class A or B is an asset.

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

• CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certification required.
• WHMIS 2015 Certificate

• Proficiency in threading techniques.

• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

• Service plumbing experience is considered to be an asset.

• Experience with DR11 Poly gas line.

• Minimum three years of experience in an oilfield industrial environment.

• High School Diploma preferred.

• Strong troubleshooting skills.

• Thorough knowledge of plumbing system installation and repairs.

• Strong mathematical, scientific, mechanical, and logical reasoning abilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a work team.

• Safety conscious attitude

• Previous Renovation Experience is considered an asset.

• Ability to pass a comprehensive Drug, Alcohol, and Physical Demand Assessment

• Fluent in spoken, written, and reading English.

• All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Application Instructions:

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

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until 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.