Job Description

Salary: $25 - $30 per hour

Job Title:Operations Shop Hand

Location:Calgary, Alberta

(ACCTC Site Alberta Carbon Conversion Technology Centre)

Department:Field Operations

Reports to:Field Operations Manager

Number of Position: Multiple

Job Overview

As anOperations Shop Hand, you will play a key role in supporting the Field Operations team in a dynamic carbon captureutilizationand manufacturing environment. Your primary responsibilities will include assisting with the construction, maintenance, and operational tasks at our testing facility. This role is hands-on, physically demanding, and requires a strong focus on safety and adherence to process standards. Mechanical experience, shop fabrication, welding, operator skills, millwright, andmaintenance experience are all valuable assets for this role. You will report directly to the Field Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Setup:

Perform general and skilled labour tasks during the fabrication, construction, and commissioning of Carbon Upcyclings research and development facilities.

Assistwith equipment installation, assembly, and setup of workspaces.

Organize andmaintaina clean, safe work environment, ensuring all safety protocols are followed during construction phases.

Operational Support:

Carry out routine labour tasks during testing operations, including transporting, organizing, loading, and unloading materials.

Handle various testing chemicals and materials following safety guidelines.

Operate andmonitortesting equipment under supervision, ensuring processes are followed correctly.

Assistinmaintainingequipment, performing light maintenance tasks, and ensuring workspace cleanliness.

Apply mechanical, fabrication, operator, and millwright skills inmaintainingand troubleshooting equipment as needed.

Safety & Compliance:

Adhere to strict health, safety, and environmental protocols, ensuring all operations follow company and regulatory standards.

Wear full personal protective equipment (PPE) asrequired, including respiratory masks, gloves, and protective clothing (provided).

Mustmaintaina clean-shaven face to ensure proper mask fit for respiratory protection.

Attend and activelyparticipatein safety meetings and operational briefings.

Follow all safety guidelines for working with hazardous and dusty materials, including the safe handling and disposal of chemicals and carbon-based materials.
Report any safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to supervisors andparticipatein the investigation and resolution of safety-related issues.

Team Collaboration & Site Support:

Contribute to the overall productivity of the team, ensuring work meets or exceeds expectations.

Foster a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the engineering and field operations teams.

Maintain a positive attitude and work ethic while contributing to team and facility goals.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.

Perform repetitive tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, and operating machinery for extended periods.

Ability to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and snow.

Comfortable wearing full PPE, including respiratory masks, for long durations, which requires regular shaving for proper mask fitting.

Must be comfortable working in environments with dust and airborne particles, including confined spaces and potentially noisy areas.
Capable of handling heavy equipment, moving materials, and performing manual labor tasks consistently throughout the workday.

Qualifications:

1-3+ years of experience working as a general or skilled labourer in a construction, testing, or industrial setting.

Mechanical experience, shop fabrication, operator, welding, millwright,maintenanceexperience is an asset.

Strong physical ability to lift heavy objects and perform repetitive tasks.

Highly motivated, able to work independently and under pressure.

Experience in equipment operation and maintenance is preferred (e.g., forklift, electrical equipment).

Comfortable handling powdered or hazardous materials (training provided if necessary).

Previousexperience in an industrial environment or research and testing facility is an asset.

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team at the forefront of sustainability and carbon capture technologies.

Work in a collaborative and innovative environment with opportunities for skill development.

Enjoy a competitive hourly salary and a comprehensive benefits package including extended health benefits, paid parental leave, bereavement time, vacation and sick leave, health and life insurance, stock options, RRSP match, and extensive training opportunities.

Work a fixed schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with opportunity for overtime.

This is a place where ambition meets action, and where your work has a direct and measurable impact on the future were striving to create. Join us on our journey!

Carbon Upcycling

Open Positions

Operations, Shop Hand