Journeyman Plumber (3050)

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 and administrative office in Fort McMurray, 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:        Journeyman Plumber 

Type:             Full Time 

Location:       CNRL FM – Projects  

Schedule:      7 days on / 7 days off or 14 days on / 14 days off

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 – eligible after 3 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


• Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location

Role Summary: 

Bouchier is looking for a Plumber who is ambitious, hardworking and eager to learn new skills while supporting the organization in a variety of roles. The 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 local and State Codes. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems


• Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps.


• Up to date Twinrix shot highly recommended due to potential contact with raw sewage


• Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial plumbing fixtures and systems


• Keep up to date with current safety regulations and requirements for the various plumbing systems a company installs and maintains


• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors


• Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings


• Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines


• Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment


• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges


• May prepare cost estimates.


• Receive and complete work orders. 


• Assemble and install valves and fittings. Install, sinks, plumbing fixtures, appliances and trim


• Provide training, mentorship and support for Apprentices as required


• Other duties as assigned 

Education & Experience:

• Alberta-certified journeyperson or a recognized related trade certificate


• Some high school or High School Diploma preferred


• Ability to troubleshoot and rectify a large variety of operational problems


• Thorough knowledge of plumbing system maintenance and repairs


• A minimum of three years experience in an oilfield industrial environment / Industrial experience is preferred


• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License 


• CSO (Common Safety Orientation)


• WHIMS 2015


• 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 and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. 

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers 

Please follow us on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/BouchierGroup/

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.