Startec

Engineering and manufacturing modular process systems

Bench Fitter

Welding & Metal FabricationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCalgary, AB, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of experience as a bench fitter, demonstrating proficiency in fabrication techniques.
Familiarity with various pipe materials and grades.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex piping issues.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
Knowledge of safety procedures and practices related to pipefitting, bench fitting, and fabrication work.
Good physical condition and stamina to perform manual labor and work in various conditions.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret company- and customer-supplied drawings and specifications.
Produce spools and spool sections according to isometric drawings.
Align and tack-weld spools and spool sections.
Perform flame cutting with bevelled and hand torches.
Rig spools and operate overhead and jib cranes.
Maintain shop equipment.
Verify pipe dimensions, alignments, and quality to meet project standards and specifications.
Conduct inspections to ensure piping system integrity and performance.
Maintain records for quality assurance.
Adhere to safety protocols, including personal protective equipment use, lockout/tagout, and compliance with regulations.
Follow relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
Perform risk assessments and implement hazard mitigation measures.
Stay updated with industry best practices and safety guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

Journeyman Pipefitter certification or equivalent is preferred.
An Alberta B-pressure ticket would be an asset.

ABOUT US:

Startec Thermal and Process is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to meet your unique challenges and opportunities. We are an integrated project and engineering equipment fabricator specializing in the modularized design and packaging of process, refrigeration, and rotating equipment solutions. Most of our solutions are related to Energy Transition and carbon reduction industries.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Startec Compression & Process is currently recruiting a Benchfitter to work at our Shepard Shop (9423 Shepard Rd SE, Calgary, AB, T2C 4R6). The Benchfitter is a crucial role responsible for fabricating piping systems in an industrial fabrication setting, specifically working on compression and processing equipment packages.

Reporting to the Spooling Supervisor, this person will read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and diagrams to determine the layout and configuration of the piping systems. They will use their expertise to interpret blueprints, fabricate piping systems for the pressure welders. Safety is paramount in this role, and the successful candidate must adhere to all relevant codes and regulations while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Journeyman Pipefitter certification or equivalent is preferred.
Minimum 2 years experience as a bench fitter, demonstrating proficiency in fabrication techniques.
Alberta B-pressure ticket would be considered an asset.
Familiarity with various pipe materials/grades.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex piping issues.
Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
Knowledge of safety procedures and practices related to pipefitting/bench fitting/fabrication work.
Good physical condition and stamina to perform manual labour and work in various conditions.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI):

PIPE FABRICATION (Weighting 80%)

Read and interpret company and customer-supplied drawings and specifications.
Produce spools and spool sections according to Isometric Drawings.
Alignment and tack welding of spools and spool sections
Flame cutting with bevelled and hand torches
Rigging of spools, Overhead crane and Jib crane operation
Maintain shop equipment
Display a high level of craftsmanship while providing an efficient workflow

COMPLIANCE (Weighting 20%)

Verify pipe dimensions, alignments, and quality to meet project standards and specifications.
Conduct inspections to ensure piping system integrity and performance.
Maintain records for quality assurance.
Adhere to safety protocols, including PPE use, lockout/tagout, and compliance with regulations.
Follow relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
Perform risk assessments and implement hazard mitigation measures.
Stay updated with industry best practices and safety guidelines.

We offer competitive wages, training, flexible, dynamic, and exciting work environment.

We thank you for your application and interest in our organization. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Company

Startec

Engineering and manufacturing modular process systems

Startec designs, builds, and services compression, processing, and refrigeration systems across North America. It operates as an integrated engineering fabricator that packages process, refrigeration, and rotating equipment into turnkey, modular solutions. Startec Service provides field refrigeration and HVAC installation and maintenance for cold storage, meat processing, and ice facilities in Western Canada. Its goal is to solve client problems by delivering customized, reliable systems through an integrated design-to-service approach, backed by a history dating to 1976.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Calgary, Canada
Founded: 1976

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