Pipefitter - Processing Plant

About the role

Elk Valley Resources (EVR), a steelmaking coal producer owned by Glencore, is hiring a Pipefitter for its Greenhills Operation in the Elk Valley, British Columbia. Reporting to the Supervisor, Process Maintenance, the Pipefitter installs and maintains piping systems. The position is full-time and hourly, on a 4x4 straight day shift, and is site-based; reliable commuting to or relocation near Elkford, B.C. is required.

Key responsibilities

• Follow health and safety programs and policies
• Fabricate and install piping for slurry, water and refuse lines from 2" to 36"
• Diagnose piping system failures in the processing facility
• Disassemble and reassemble system components
• Weld, cement and thread joints using soldering and welding equipment
• Maintain, create and record work order records
• Wear a respirator with an interference-free seal in some parts of the role

Required profile

• Valid Interprovincial Red Seal Pipefitter certification
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications
• Valid driver's licence
• Ability to work independently or in a team and across trades
• Experience in a mining environment is an asset; a Small Water and Small Wastewater ticket is an asset

Required skills

• Basic computer systems (Microsoft Office)
• Piping fabrication, installation, welding, cementing and threading

What we offer

• Hourly wage of $53.78
• Two annual performance bonuses and a trades retention bonus
• Health lifestyle account, medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement package
• Relocation assistance