Pipefitter Helpers – Oilfield, Industrial & Shutdown Projects

We are looking for motivated, reliable, and safety-conscious Pipefitter Helpers to join our growing team on oilfield, industrial, maintenance, shutdown, and turnaround projects throughout Western Canada.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in the pipefitting trade and develop their skills in a challenging industrial environment. Previous industrial or construction experience is an asset, but we are also interested in candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to working safely.

What You'll Do

- Assist journeyman pipefitters, apprentices, and other tradespeople with daily piping installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement activities.
- Handle, move, sort, and organize pipe, fittings, valves, tools, equipment, and other materials as directed.
- Prepare work areas, tools, and materials to support efficient project execution.
- Assist with measuring, marking, cutting, grinding, beveling, cleaning, and preparing pipe and fittings under the direction of qualified tradespeople.
- Help position, align, support, and secure piping and related components as directed.
- Assist with setting up and maintaining tools, equipment, workstations, and material storage areas.
- Support the setup and removal of equipment and materials during shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance projects.
- Follow instructions from supervisors and qualified tradespeople, and ask questions whenever a task or safety requirement is unclear.
- Follow all company policies, site-specific procedures, safe work practices, and applicable PPE requirements.
- Participate in hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and other required site safety activities.
- Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas throughout the shift.
- Work cooperatively with pipefitters, welders, labourers, and other trades to keep projects running safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrate reliability, punctuality,



a positive attitude, and a willingness to take direction and learn new skills.
- Remain flexible with work schedules, travel, and rotations based on project requirements, including shutdowns and turnarounds.
- Perform other general labour and project support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

- Valid Class 5 driver's licence or higher.
- Acceptable driver's abstract, with fewer than three infractions.
- Valid Standard First Aid certification.
- Valid H₂S Alive certification.
- Valid Fall Arrest certification.
- Valid Grounding & Bonding certification.
- Valid CSO certification.
- Valid Confined Space Entry/Monitor certification.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Ability to follow instructions, communicate effectively, and work as part of a team.
- Physically capable of performing industrial work, including lifting and carrying materials, standing for extended periods, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
- Willingness to work in industrial and oilfield environments and comply with client-specific safety and site-access requirements.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to project locations, as required.
- A strong commitment to workplace safety, attendance, and quality workmanship.

Experience That Will Set You Apart

- Previous experience as a pipefitter helper, construction labourer, or industrial labourer.
- Exposure to oilfield facilities, gas plants, refineries, processing plants, or industrial construction sites.
- Experience supporting shutdowns, turnarounds, or industrial maintenance projects.




- Familiarity with common pipefitting tools, materials, fittings, valves, and equipment.
- Experience handling pipe and materials, preparing work areas, and maintaining organized tool and material storage.
- Basic understanding of industrial site safety, hazard identification, and safe work procedures.
- Enrollment in, or an interest in pursuing, a recognized Pipefitter apprenticeship program.
- Additional relevant safety tickets or industry training.
- A robust work ethic, a willingness to learn, and the ability to take direction in a fast-paced environment.

What's in It for You?

- Competitive wages and benefits.
- Opportunities to work on oilfield, industrial, maintenance, shutdown, and turnaround projects throughout Western Canada.
- Valuable hands-on experience working alongside experienced pipefitters and other skilled tradespeople.
- Opportunities to develop trade skills and pursue a Pipefitter apprenticeship, where eligible.
- Flexible work schedules and rotations, depending on project requirements.
- Training and development opportunities for motivated candidates.
- A supportive, family-oriented work environment.
- Modern equipment and tools.
- Opportunities to build a long-term career with an established and expanding company.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're hardworking, dependable, safety-conscious, and interested in building your experience in the pipefitting trade, we'd like to hear from you!

Please submit your cover letter, resume, references, and copies of relevant safety tickets and qualifications when applying.

Please indicate whether you're interested in direct employment or independent contract opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Experience:

- Pipefitter Helper: 1 year (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (required)
- Safety Tickets (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Pipefitter Helper (Grande Prairie)
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