Rope Access Apprentice and Journeyperson Pipefitters

Tacten is seeking professional, energetic, and forward-thinking Journeyperson Pipefitters and Registered Pipefitter Apprentices with IRATA Rope Access certification to support our client site at Syncrude in Fort McMurray, AB.

Successful candidates will be safety-focused team players with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in an industrial environment. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a growing division within Tacten.

Position Information: 

• Employment Type: Long-term maintenance work and temporary full-time project/shutdown work, with additional opportunities for ongoing and repeat mobilizations based on operational and client requirements. 
• Site: Syncrude
• IRATA Level 1 ticket required, or willingness to obtain
• Candidate must be local to Fort McMurray, AB or willing to relocate

Build more than a career in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo, build a lifestyle.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo offers trades professionals the opportunity to earn a strong living while enjoying a quality of life that’s hard to match anywhere else in Canada. With some of the country’s highest average household incomes, steady industrial growth, and long-term career opportunities across energy, construction, maintenance, infrastructure, and industrial services, skilled tradespeople can accelerate both their careers and earning potential.

Life here is about more than work. Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo combines big opportunity with a close-knit community feel. Residents enjoy access to world-class recreation facilities, extensive outdoor adventures, family-friendly neighborhoods, and year-round activities surrounded by Alberta’s stunning boreal landscape. Whether it’s hiking, fishing, golfing, snowmobiling, hockey, camping, or spending time with family at one of Canada’s largest recreation centers, there’s always something to do outside of work. 

For trades talent looking for stability, opportunity, community, and adventure, Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo offers a place where hard work is rewarded, and where life outside of work truly matters!

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, isometric drawings, and specifications to determine piping layouts and installation requirements.
• Assemble, install, and modify piping systems, supports, valves, and related equipment in accordance with project specifications and applicable codes.
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, and bend pipe using appropriate tools and equipment to achieve required fit and alignment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair piping systems, identifying issues and determining appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform routine maintenance and system checks to ensure piping integrity, performance, and operational reliability.
• Replace, repair, or adjust defective or worn components as required to maintain system standards.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with applicable safety protocols, building codes, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Work collaboratively with other trades, contractors, and team members to complete project objectives safely and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and project management regarding job progress, constraints, and technical issues.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices and less experienced pipefitters, promoting skill development and safe work practices.

• Journeyperson Pipefitter Certification required, or registered Pipefitter Apprentice in good standing, depending on experience, qualifications, and project requirements.
• IRATA Level 1 Rope Access Certification required, or willingness and ability to obtain certification.
• Candidates must be comfortable working at heights and in rope access environments.
• Strong understanding of pipefitting principles, including installation, assembly, maintenance, and repair of piping systems in industrial settings.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, schematics, and piping documentation (with expectations aligned to level of experience).
• Commitment to workplace safety, including adherence to all company, client, and regulatory safety standards and procedures.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Safety Certifications

• CSTS/OSSA or OSSA BSO or OSSA CSO
• Confined Space Entry and Monitor
• Fall Protection an asset

We appreciate your interest in a career at Tacten, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further information. Agency services are not required at this time.

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe!

Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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