Red Flame Industries is currently seeking In-Service Piping System Leak Repair Technicians to repair various process leaks on live operating systems. Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, this position directly contributes and supports the Leak Repair service line of RFI and provides client billable person-hours on work in the field and offers ability to work in other mechanical scopes if leak seal projects are not scheduled.

Required Qualifications:

5+ Years Leak Repair Experience

Perform all duties as assigned by supervision including, but not limited to, the following as needed:

Possess the skills found in the leak repair skill list (the skills possessed will determine skill level and pay grade)
Communicate/Coordinate with plant personnel in a professional and respectful manner
Establish relationships with facility maintenance personnel for future scopes.
Assess leaking component(s) and provide relevant information to supervisor and engineering
Take field measurements of leaking component (ability to sketch and properly dimension non-standard components is a must)
Competent use of the following measuring devices: Vernier calipers, OD calipers, ID calipers, circumference tape, measuring tape (able to read increments to 1/32), depth gauge, level, square, angle finder and 3D scanning tools as required.
Ability to adhere to Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Safe Work Procedures (Procedural non-compliance will not be tolerated)
Conduct, and/or take part in, Field Level Risk Assessments and toolbox talks on site or over Teams.
Complete daily reports outlining the work activities
Complete daily timesheets (LEMs) detailing the labour, equipment, and materials used during the work activities for each day
Communicate daily activities with office personnel, promptly reporting issues, change in scope or change in field conditions.
Communicate with co-workers in order to facilitate knowledge transfer, including ability to mentor junior technicians

Desired Qualifications:

Minimum Academic Credentials: High School Diploma
Valid Driver’s license
Exceptional customer service practices
Ability to problem solve and discuss solutions
Computer application knowledge is an asset (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
Exceptional interpersonal and teamwork skills
High degree of discretion and confidentiality
Entrepreneurial work ethic

Working Conditions:

Field duties require outdoor work in a plant atmosphere
Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors and client personnel.
Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
Exposure to live process leaks operating at high pressure/temperature
Extreme working conditions ie/ very hot or frigid temperatures
Work in confined space and IDLH atmospheres (relevant training, safeguards, and PPE to be provided)
Ability to work from heights (including aerial work platforms, ladders, towers, etc)
Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (ie/ full body harness, SCBA, SABA, respirators, chemical suits, steam suits, bunker gear, etc.)
Camp accommodations or Hotel and LOA will be supplied as applicable.
Will be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.
Frequent Travel to Work Sites, Work Truck and Tooling Provided

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively.
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits employee to investigations.
Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit the employee to perform routine office duties.
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.

Leak Repair Technician Applicable Skills:

Drilling
Tapping
Peening
Valve Packing Injection
Wire & Peen injection
Segmental Wire & Peen injection
Wire Wrap and/or Cable Tensioning Injection
Work on High Pressure Leaks ( >600psi)
Use of High Pressure Packing Gland (HPPG)
Install & Inject Void Fill Enclosure
Install & Inject Flange Clamp
Install & Inject Tongue Clamp
Install (and inject) Perimeter Seal Enclosure
Perform Manual Pipe Crimp
Perform Hydraulic Pipe Crimp
Complete a Threaded Union Injection
Complete a Valve Seat Injection
Complete an Upstream Valve Kill
Perform a Hot Stud Change-out
Ability to create a proper bolt pattern in field
Ability to use torque equipment
Work on Flammable Service
Use of grounding equipment for flammable service
Work on Oxygen Service
Preparation of equipment for work on Oxygen Service
Proper Sealant Selection based on process conditions
Ability to calculate a void volume in the field

Role and Responsibilities:

Perform site assessments/walkdowns/measure-ups, etc..
Create project specific Field Level Hazard Risk Assessment, Near Miss, Hazard ID etc.
Review JHAs with technicians on site prior to work
Receive/review site permits and review with technician(s)
Complete daily LEMs ensuring that all equipment, material, labour, and expenses are accounted for
Use and maintenance of project equipment as per OEM specifications and procedures
Complete work as per the procedure - contact Supervisor/Manager if procedure can't be followed for any reason
Report all near misses, incidents, etc. and participate in investigations under Management supervision
Follow project execution plans
Complete execution paperwork diligently and neatly (ie. Mob checklists, ITPs, Field Reports, etc)
Complete Daily Ops for each day on site logging all activities for the shift paying particular attention to delays and events that impact productivity or cause standby.
Mentor/train technicians- sign off on technician qualifications
Work with Operations Coordinators to build proposals
Maintain first class client relationships/Customer satisfaction
Return equipment to shop, complete asset transfers back to inventory
Competency in all of the In Service Piping Services

Job Types: Full-time - Projects

Project hours: Average 40-84 per week

Pay: $45.00-$60.00 per hour ~Experience Based.

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
LOA/ Subsistence

Benefits:

Company car
Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Night shift
On call
Overtime
Weekends as needed

Work Location: Office Red Deer or Acheson, AB; Project locations across Western Canada

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Experienced Piping Leak Repair Technician