IRATA Rope Access Pipefitter JP

Job Overview

Tacten is seeking a Rope Access Journeyperson Pipefitter to support the Nova Chemicals Spring 2026 Outage. As a Rope Access Pipefitter, you will be a key member of our team, responsible for performing high‑altitude work with precision, efficiency, and a strong commitment to safety. This role offers an opportunity to further develop your skills, expand your technical expertise, and contribute to a high‑profile outage in a fast‑paced, team‑driven environment.

• Site:
  Nova Chemicals
• Location:
  
  Red Deer
• Tentative
  
  Start Date:
  
  May 11, 2026
• Tentative End Date:
  June 19, 2026
• Rotation: 6 days on / 1 day off
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• LOA: $165/day

• Perform rope access pipe fitting work in accordance with IRATA standards, Nova site requirements, and Tacten safety procedures.
• Install and remove blinds and manways ranging from 1” to 24” to support inspection and maintenance activities.
• Perform high‑torque and controlled bolting operations, including use of battery‑powered RAD guns and hydraulic torque equipment.
• Complete piping fabrication tasks, including
• Washing out, prepping, and fitting socket welds
• Cutting small‑bore piping spools from pipe racks
• Preparing and fitting small‑bore butt joints for welding
• Read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, and work packages to ensure accurate execution of scope.
• Support rigging, lifting, and crane activities, including signaling and load positioning.
• Perform piping work in confined spaces and hazardous environments, including work requiring SCBA/SABA where applicable.
• Assist with replacement and installation of glycol heat trace tubing as required.
• Collaborate with other trades, supervision, and operations to support outage schedules and safe execution.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work in accordance with site and project requirements.

• Journeyperson Pipefitter certification (JP)
• Valid IRATA Rope Access certification or willingness to obtain
• Demonstrated experience in industrial turnaround / outage environments
• Proven experience with
• Blinding and manway removal/installation
• High‑torque bolting and controlled bolting procedures
• Small‑bore piping fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and isometric drawings
• Experience working with cranes, including rigging and signaling
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and procedural compliance

• ESC H2S Alive
• ESC Confined Space Entry
• CSTS
• WHMIS

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, internationally 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.

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.

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