Job Description

Position Summary

Tacten is currently seeking Rope Access Journeyperson Welders (B-Pressure and/or CWB) and to join our team for project work in Fort McMurray, AB.

In this role, you will be responsible for performing welding activities in accordance with project specifications while ensuring all work meets quality, safety, and regulatory standards .

If you are seeking a dynamic industrial environment with opportunities for individual growth and learning, this is for you.

Position Information:

• Start Date: January 2027
• 6/1 rotation, 12-hour shifts
• IRATA Level 1 is required (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Perform welding activities using SMAW and GTAW processes in accordance with qualifications, approved welding procedures, and project requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, welding procedures, and specifications to complete assigned work.
• Prepare, fit, assemble, and weld materials and components while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, ensuring tools and materials are in safe and proper working condition.
• Perform welding in various positions as required and assist with troubleshooting and correcting weld deficiencies.
• Support quality control processes, including visual inspections and NDE activities, to ensure completed work meets project specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, welds, and required documentation.
• Follow all company, client, and regulatory safety requirements, including the proper use of PPE and participation in safety initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, journeypersons, apprentices, and other trades to safely and efficiently achieve project objectives.
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance technical skills and support trade certification progression.

Requirements

• Journeyperson Welding Certification required.
• ABSA B-Pressure Certification required for candidates performing pressure welding activities.
• CSTS/OSSA or OSSA BSO or OSSA CSO required or CSTS-09
• IRATA Rope Access Certification (any level) is required. Candidates without current certification must be willing and able to obtain certification prior to project mobilization.
• Additional industry-recognized safety certifications are considered an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and compliance with company and client procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, welding procedures, and project specifications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including working at heights and in industrial environments.

Company Overview and Benefits

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.

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 Employer-matched retirement savings, discounted fitness memberships, an employee and family assistance program, and 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.