Pipefitter, Welder, Tower Mechanic II - Edmonton

Koch-Glitsch is an affiliate of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the largest privately held companies in America according to Forbes magazine. Koch companies have a presence in nearly 60 countries and employ about 100,000 people. Since 2003, the businesses have invested more than $43 billion in acquisitions and capital expenditures. Koch-Glitsch is a global leader in the design and manufacture of state-of-the-art mass transfer and mist elimination products for the chemical, petrochemical, refining, gas processing, pharmaceutical and specialty industries.

Koch-Glitsch Canada Field Service provides customers with high quality services including, blinding and deblending work, internal vessel work including vessel and tower repairs, revamps, and replacements. We provide services across the country at various gas plants and refineries, both during scheduled shutdowns and emergency situations as they arise. We are currently hiring Level for upcoming projects.

What Would Be Required In Your Role

• Working in gas plant and refinery environments.
• Working at heights.
• Working in Confined Spaces.
• Working with and around cranes and rigging.
• Handling of parts and materials.
• Identify and properly install trays, packing, grid, feed pipe, distributors, collectors, various column pressure internals.
  
  
  

The Experience You Will Bring

• Safety first attitude.
• Willingness to learn.
• Minimum of one year experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Experience with basic hand tools and various power tools such as grinders, power drills, sawzall, etc.
• The ability to read and fill out safety paperwork.
• Positive and respectful attitude.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work with others.
• OSSA Confined Space Entry & Monitoring
• H2S Alive
• OSSA Fall Protection
• CSTS 20
  
  
  

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience installing mass transfer equipment, including trays, packing, demister pads, distributors etc.
• Previous experience in industrial or commercial construction
• Holding a valid apprenticeship or journeyman certificate in pipefitting or welding
• Two years or more of industrial plant experience in blinding, opening, cleaning, and repair of operating pressure vessels such as towers, reactors, drums, exchangers, heaters.
• Prior experience working in Confined Spaces.
• Intermediate level of mechanical knowledge of piping systems
• Ability to read simple blueprints.
• Experience blinding and deblending process vessels.
• First Aid (Level A or C)
• WHMIS
• Basic Safety Orientation (OSSA)
• Other tickets may be considered an asset, please list all tickets when applying.
• Previous experience installing mass transfer equipment, including trays, packing, demister pads, distributors etc.
• Previous experience in industrial or commercial construction
• Holding a valid apprenticeship or journeyman certificate in pipefitting or welding
• Two years or more of industrial plant experience in blinding, opening, cleaning, and repair of operating pressure vessels such as towers, reactors, drums, exchangers, heaters.
• Prior experience working in Confined Spaces.
• Intermediate level of mechanical knowledge of piping systems
• Ability to read simple blueprints.
• Experience blinding and deblending process vessels.
• First Aid (Level A or C)
• WHMIS
• Basic Safety Orientation (OSSA)
• Other tickets may be considered an asset, please list all tickets when applying. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• The ability to climb stairs and ladders and work at heights.
• The ability to wear full face respiratory protective equipment training will be required.
• Must be able to perform work wearing personal protective equipment including but not limited to rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, FRC coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses, etc.
• Must be willing and able to meet all company and customer project entry requirements including, but not limited to, specific training and alcohol & drug testing.
• Ability to work shifts, travel within Canada and be away for extended periods of time. WHO WE ARE
  
  
  

Koch-Glitsch has achieved business success by having employees who act with integrity, focus on compliance excellence and create real long-term value for our customers and society. These principles are part of MBM, a unique business and management philosophy that sets Koch-Glitsch apart from other companies in its industry. Koch-Glitsch is seeking individuals who share these values and want to be part of a winning team. For more information about Koch-Glitsch, visit our web site at www.koch-glitsch.com.