Maintenance Technician - Rotating Equipment

At NWR we are on a mission. Our goal is to maximize the value of processing bitumen into energy products safely and responsibly by our high performing teams for our partners, customers, and Alberta.

Our primary focus is our PEOPLE. We firmly believe our people are at the core of everything we do. We support a diverse work environment where people feel safe, valued, and can make a difference. We celebrate success and have fun, making NWR a place where we are all proud to work.

This position is based on site at the NWR Sturgeon Refinery

Our Values:

1. Integrity 2. Relationships 3. Success

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Maintenance Area Lead, the Technician - Rotating Equipment will work in close collaboration with Operators, Maintenance & Turnaround personnel, and the NWR Engineering team to operate and maintain NWR’s rotating equipment. NWR is looking for a millwright machinist or a millwright with a strong machining background to support to rotating equipment team.

Responsibilities:

• Performs inspections, executes preventive maintenance tasks and identifies continuous improvement opportunities;
• Leads maintenance work management processes and ensures a high standard of data integrity is maintained in all aspects of the business processes;
• Support the rotating equipment team with machining parts mostly for repair purposes;
• Ensures regulatory compliance for mechanical rotating equipment is maintained;
• Supports maintenance planning and scheduling activities;
• Supports the M&R team by providing input into Mechanical Rotating Equipment Asset Care Plan including defining and planning routine and turnaround maintenance activities;
• Develops and validates procedures;
• Prepares mechanical rotating equipment for inspection, cleaning, repair and re-install;
• Ensures that all mechanical equipment maintenance, trouble shooting and repair activities are carried out in a planned, efficient, and safe manner following NWR practices and policies;
• Leads and assures that proper safety practices are followed, uses personal protective gear, barricades, warning signs and devices to protect others;
• Participates in incident reports and investigations as required and provides on the job training and competency assessments;
• Performs heavy maintenance work involving: climbing, rigging/hoisting, removal and installation of rotating equipment components;
• Mentors fellow craft team members and apprentices;
• Responds to emergency calls and takes necessary actions;
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Understands, creates and maintains a visible commitment to process and personal safety, as well as the safety of others; adheres to NWR’s Core Competencies to drive results and a high performing culture;
• Millwright and Machinist Journeymen with Red Seal certification preferred;
• Millwrights with strong machining backgrounds will also be considered;
• 3-5 years of refinery, upgrader, petro-chemical facilities experience, or rotating equipment shop overhaul experience;
• Experience with operating lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and balancing machines;
• Team player: willing to continuously and proactively collaborate, share, and seek information and guidance;
• Deep and broad experience in areas of Rotating Equipment in order to both prevent and solve issues;
• Self-aware, able to recognize personal performance and to take steps to mitigate;
• Self-confident enough to seek assistance with difficult or complex issues;
• Understanding of hydrocarbon processing, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and testing of mechanical rotating equipment and associated equipment;
• Previous experience in the development of safe working practices; understanding of laws, codes and regulations pertaining mechanical rotating equipment;
• Understanding of API 686 Recommended Practices for Machinery Installation and Installation Design and API 610 Centrifugal Pumps for Petroleum, Petrochemical and Natural Gas Industries;
• Basic knowledge of vibration analysis, high pressure pump maintenance, mechanical seal piping plans, mechanical seal replacements, reciprocating & centrifugal compressors trouble shooting and repair, reciprocating pumps, oil mist system trouble shooting and repair, steam turbines, diesel engines and laser alignment;
• Previous experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) with preference for Maximo and work management systems and processes;
• Must be a self-starter with proven ability to make comprehensive decisions.

NWR Employees are highly valued, and their contributions are rewarded with:

• Excellent Compensation
• Attractive Incentive
• Group Savings Program
• Health and Dental Care
• Vision Care
• EFAP
• Paid Time Off
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Strong Safety and High Performance Team Culture

NWR celebrates diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable employment opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and qualified applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with NWR, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, emails or unsolicited agency resumes please.