• Use your experience in a challenging role!
• Put your expertise within a collaborative team environment!
• Receive competitive compensation and benefits with a global leader!

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Methanex is the world's largest supplier of methanol to major international markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe and Latin America. With the care of the environment as the root of their business, Methanex is a Responsible Care® company committed to the safe, ethical and environmentally sound management of the chemicals it makes and uses. Responsible Care® is an ethic established by the Chemical Industry Association of Canada (CIAC). The Responsible Care® ethic is an integral part of Methanex’s global commitment to ensuring the well-being of all stakeholders, wherever Methanex does business.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Methanex is currently seeking a Pipefitter Technician to join the team in Medicine Hat, AB on a full-time basis.

The Pipefitter Technician maintains, repairs, fabricates, and sustains the operational efficiency of valve and piping systems throughout the plant, and cuts, prepares and fits up piping systems for welders.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining, repairing, and fabricating valve and piping systems throughout the plant to maintain optimal operating efficiency
• Efficiently and safely utilizing hand tools and power tools associated with the trade such as overhead cranes, band saws, torque wrenches, threading machines, pipe wrenches, box end wrenches, grinders, etc.
• Utilizing drawings or personal experience to cut, prep, and fit-up piping systems for welders
• Setting up and performing hydrostatic pressure tests
• Utilizing knowledge of rigging and rigging equipment to lift and maneuver piping and equipment into place
• Acting as relief pipefitter and welding supervisor when required
• Networking with other Methanex sites to the mutual benefit of all sites
• Being responsible for actively participating as an integral part of a Global team and as an integral part of a local team or committee
• Ensuring compliance with all Pressure Equipment Integrity Management (PEIM) responsibilities, relative to the role, as per the PEIM Manual
• Undertaking all aspects of the role through living the Methanex values
• Remaining current with all safety and procedural training
• Conducting all business in a manner that supports the Responsible Care® ethic

ABOUT YOU

To qualify, you will need a Steamfitter/Pipefitter Journeyman Red Seal Certificate, along with a valid Class 5 driver's license.

Additionally, the following assets would be preferred, but not required:

• Relevant safety certifications
• Experience with overhead cranes and other lifting devices
• Knowledge of hand tools and power tools that are associated with the trade
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with various types of hand and power tools used within the industry
• Proficient knowledge of Layout and P&ID drawings
• Basic understanding of plant processes and operation
• Prior plant experience

As our ideal candidate for this role, you will have excellent communication ability and attention to detail. You possess strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills, with the ability to readily respond to shifting priorities and manage complex issues within a changing and evolving work environment.

Above all, you must possess exceptional problem-solving, critical/conceptual thinking, and troubleshooting skills, while also demonstrating an ongoing commitment to professional development.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Building on our core values of integrity, trust, respect, and professionalism, our corporate culture encourages communication and teamwork and rewards employees for creativity and innovation.

We are also very active in supporting educational and training/development initiatives. We sponsor scholarships and co-op programs at local colleges and universities as well as hands-on training programs at our manufacturing facilities.

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you can expect an industry-competitive salary along with benefits.

Join this thriving and team-focused market leader today and expand your experience with a new challenge - Apply Now!

To apply, please complete the online application form. Once you have answered the questions, please click NEXT and you will be instructed to attach your resume on the following page. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a single document.

Expressions of interest must be submitted by 4 p.m. on December 30, 2022.