Rope Access Journeyperson Stainless Welder - CNRL Horizon Fall Turnaround

Position Summary Tacten is currently recruiting for Journeyperson Stainless Welders to support our upcoming Fall Turnaround at our client site, CNRL, in Fort McMurray, AB! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major turnaround project, expand your technical expertise in stainless steel welding, and work alongside industry-leading professionals in a dynamic industrial setting. Position Details: Start Date: ~September 8, 2026 Location/Site: CNRL Horizon - Fort McMurray, AB Rotation: 6/1, 12 hour shifts Travel: Fly-in/Fly-out from Alberta hubs, Edmonton or Calgary Camp accommodations provided Certification Requirements: IRATA certification required (or willingness to obtain prior to project start) Responsibilities Perform high-quality welding on stainless steel piping, pressure piping, vessels, and structural components using GTAW (TIG), SMAW, and other approved welding processes. Complete root, fill, and cap passes on stainless steel materials while maintaining strict quality standards. Read and interpret P&IDs, blueprints, isometric drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and engineering specifications. Prepare materials by measuring, cutting, fitting, beveling, and assembling stainless steel components. Set up, inspect, and maintain welding equipment and tools to ensure safe and efficient operation. Produce welds that meet project specifications and successfully pass visual inspection and non-destructive examination (NDE), including radiographic (RT) and ultrasonic (UT) testing where applicable. Inspect completed welds for quality, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with applicable codes and standards. Repair and rework welds as required while maintaining productivity and workmanship standards. Maintain accurate records of completed work and quality documentation. Follow all company, client, and regulatory safety policies and procedures. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Work effectively with supervisors, inspectors, and other trades to meet turnaround schedules and project milestones. Requirements Position Requirements: Journeyperson Welder Certification required. Valid ABSA B-Pressure Certification. Valid PQ Welding Card for applicable stainless steel procedures (F3/F4). CWB SMAW All-Position Certification considered an asset. Demonstrated experience welding stainless steel piping and pressure systems in industrial or turnaround environments. Experience with GTAW (TIG) stainless steel welding required. Additional alloy welding qualifications (Duplex, Inconel, Chrome, CCO, etc.) are considered strong assets. IRATA certification (any level) is required or willingness to obtain prior to project start. Safety Certifications: CSTS-09 or OSSA BSO CSO (Common Safety Orientation) H2S Alive Additional client-required safety certifications may be required prior to mobilization. Core Competencies: Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship. Proven ability to weld stainless steel to high quality standards. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding procedures. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing defect-free welds. Ability to work safely at heights and in demanding industrial environments. Excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Professional communication skills and ability to maintain positive client relationships. Valid Class 5 driver's license. Effective verbal and written communication in English. Benefits The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast. Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe! Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals. Company Overview For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments. Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request. The company utilizes AI enabled tools to organize candidate responses. These tools may be used in the screening or assessment of applicants.

Perform high-quality stainless steel welding on piping, vessels, and structural components using various processes like GTAW and SMAW. Ensure all work meets project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements through rigorous inspection and documentation.

Requires Journeyperson Welder certification, valid ABSA B-Pressure certification, and IRATA certification. Candidates must have demonstrated experience in industrial stainless steel welding and the ability to interpret technical drawings.

• Hours-based benefits program • Training • Career progression opportunities

• Time managementPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred

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• Stainless steel welding
• GTAW
• SMAW
• Rope access
• IRATA certification
• B-Pressure welding
• Blueprint reading
• P&ID interpretation
• Pressure piping
• Structural welding
• Non-destructive examination
• Safety compliance
• Quality control
• Technical drawing interpretation
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Stainless Steel Welding
• Welding Equipment
• Engineering Plans And Specifications
• Valid Driver's License
• Self-Motivation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Automotive Industry
• Welding
• Beveling
• Blueprinting
• Construction
• Composite Materials
• Radiography
• English Language
• Oil and Gas
• Refinery Experience
• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Pharmaceuticals
• Welding Procedure Specification
• Professional Communication
• Time Management
• Technical Drawing
• Visual Inspections
• Writing
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
• Detail Oriented

• Trades
• Construction
• Energy
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Journeyman Welder
• Welder / Solderer
• Welders and Flame Cutters
• Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 11, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week