Plant & Pipeline Assistant I
The Hot Tap Assistant I supports all aspects of the hot tap process, from initial site rigging to final cleanup. Additionally, the role involves shop-based tasks including equipment maintenance, manufacturing of fittings, and testing prototypes.
- On-site
- Red Deer, AB
- Posted Aug 31, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
JOB DESCRIPTION: HOT TAP ASSISTANT I (Plant & Pipeline Assistant I) BASIC FUNcTIONS The role of the Hot Tap Assistant I has a wide scope. The Hot Tap Assistant I will assist in all aspects of the hot tap process. From the initial rigging in of the welder to the clean-up of the site after the completion of the hot tap. The Hot Tap Assistant I would also be required to come into the shop to complete such tasks as general shop work, helping out with manufacturing and vehicle/equipment maintenance. POSITION REQUIREMENTS * Industry related training and/or tickets * General knowledge of the oil and gas industry in relation to the services RFI provides * Grade 12 or equivalency diploma an asset or at the discretion of Management * Physical and mental capability to perform in the field or shop RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist in pre and post job set up * Assist the technician in all aspects of the hot tap operation * Come into the shop to complete maintenance on vehicles, equipment and basic shop maintenance * Have the ability to come in and help out with the manufacturing of hot tap fittings, and testing hot tap prototypes * Come into the shop and kit jobs DUTIES * Rigging welder in and out * Prepping the pipe for the pre job inspection * Assisting with pre job welding procedure requirements which include spark test, amp check and cool down tests * Cleaning up the work site once the work has been completed after each day or each location * Bolting up valves and hot tap machines * Completing pressure tests * Completing the hot tap * Other duties as required HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES * Ensure that all work is completed in compliance with Red Flame Industries Health and Safety Policies * Ensure that all field work is completed in compliance with Red Flame Industries, Customer, and Industrial Requirements * Be responsible for hazard mitigation and adhere to PPE requirements for all work sites * Participate in RFI health and safety program as necessary
What you’ll do
The Hot Tap Assistant I supports all aspects of the hot tap process, from initial site rigging to final cleanup. Additionally, the role involves shop-based tasks including equipment maintenance, manufacturing of fittings, and testing prototypes.
Requirements
Candidates should possess industry-related training or tickets and a general understanding of the oil and gas sector. A Grade 12 diploma or equivalent is considered an asset, along with the physical and mental capability to perform field and shop duties.
Other relevant skills
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- Hot tap process
- Rigging
- Welding assistance
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Pressure testing
- Hazard mitigation
- PPE compliance
- Pipe preparation
- Spark testing
- Amp checking
- Cool down tests
- Valve bolting
- Site cleanup
- Hazard Mitigation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Management
- Pipe (Fluid Conveyance)
- Oil and Gas
- Hydrostatic Testing
- Valves (Piping)
- Spark Testing
Job areas
- Trades
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
- Pipeliner
- Production Plant Foreman
- Manufacturing Supervisors
- First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week