Position Overview

Journeyman and Apprentice Pipefitters to fabricate, install, and maintain process and utility piping systems in industrial construction settings to drawing and code requirements. These are hand positions working with company-supplied equipment in a field construction setting, with occasional shop fabrication support. Apprentices work under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Pipefitter.

The ideal candidate can interpret technical drawings, work safely with tools and equipment, and collaborate with other trades to complete projects to specification.

Key Responsibilities

- Lay out, cut, fit, and install carbon and stainless steel pipe, fittings, flanges, and valves in the field
- Read and work from isometrics, P&IDs;, GAs, spool drawings, and pipe support details
- Fit up and tack pipe spools for welding; verify alignment, elevation, slope, and dimensions before weld-out
- Install pipe supports, hangers, shoes, guides, and anchors
- Perform bolt-ups and flange assemblies to specified torque and gasket requirements
- Thread, groove, and assemble screwed and grooved piping systems
- Assist with hydrotesting, flushing, and system punch-out
- Install and modify equipment, skids, and pipe racks and tie in to existing systems
- Operate oxy-fuel cutting equipment, bevellers, threading machines, grinders, and hand tools
- Perform rigging and work with crane crews, hoists, and aerial work platforms to position material
- Work at heights from scaffolding, man lifts, and pipe racks using fall protection
- Follow site safety requirements, complete FLHAs,



and participate in daily toolbox talks and hazard assessments

Qualifications

Journeyman Pipefitter

- Alberta Journeyman Steamfitter-Pipefitter certificate or Red Seal
- Proven experience in industrial construction settings such as oil and gas facilities, plants, and process piping projects
- Strong isometric and P&ID; reading and ability to work independently from drawings

Apprentice Pipefitter

- Registered with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training as a Steamfitter-Pipefitter apprentice
- Any year of apprenticeship considered; prior industrial field or shop experience an asset
- Willingness to learn and work under Journeyman direction

All positions

- Standard safety tickets: CSO, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid, Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform
- Rigging and Confined Space tickets considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation to site
- Own hand tools and personal protective equipment

Working Conditions

- Industrial construction and site work, including plants, facilities, and brownfield tie-ins, with occasional shop fabrication
- Exposure to all weather conditions, noise, fumes, heights, and confined work areas
- Travel to project sites required; out-of-town work and camp or LOA arrangements as projects dictate
- Extended shifts and overtime as project schedules require
- Physically demanding work requiring extended standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, and lifting

Work Location: In person, various industrial project sites Pay: $27.60-$52.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45.0 – 55.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Pipefitter (Grande Prairie)
🏢 KMA Construction
📍 Grande Prairie