Pipefitter – Journeyman or Apprentice for Retrofit (Field)

For us, people are the heart of our organization. For over 20 years, our team’s been making a name for Compass by manufacturing, retrofitting, and servicing compression and process packaging equipment of the highest standards for the North American natural gas industry. We’re established, privately owned, and proud of our company culture where employees are supported in training, development, and career progression. And the best part…the fun is just beginning! Today, Compass is at its most innovative and excited to be at the forefront of emerging clean technologies and a contributor to the global energy transformation.

Join Us. Help Shape the Future of Energy.

Compass is seeking a Journeyman or Apprentice Pipefitter for our Retrofit Team.

What You Will Do

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Read and interpret blueprints, select pipe sizes, types, and materials such as supports, hangers or hydraulic cylinders according to specifications, fabricate supports for clamping pipe

Assemble and install process spooling, fit and install threaded socket weld pipe according to specs using welding, brazing, cementing, soldering or threading joints

Inspect, examine, or test installed systems or pipe lines using pressure gauge or other methods

Measure and mark pipes for cutting or threading

Cut, thread or hammer pipes using cutting torches, pipe threaders or benders and power and hand tools

Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems

Cut or bore holes in structures such as bulkheads, decks, walls or mains for pipe installation

Follow written and oral instructions from the Retrofit Manager/Lead Hand

Communicate with Retrofit Manager/Lead Hand to identify material or equipment deficiencies

Communicate with other workers to ensure timely job progression

Direct, coach, and mentor apprentices as required

Organize and keep work area and equipment clean and functional

Participate in Compass Quality Control and Safety Program including accident investigations and inspections

Wear PPE and observe Health & Safety polices at all times

Work and operate equipment in a safe and competent manner

What You Bring

Your education and experience include

Journeyman Pipefitter Ticket or Indentured Apprentice

Compression industry and rigging experience

Must have own tools as per the Compass Tool List for Tradesmen

Knowledge and understanding of Quality Control procedures: CWB, ASME, ABSA where applicable

Knowledge and understanding of OH&S, rigging, sling, and crane operation procedures

Strong organizational, time management, and problem solving skills

Team player with attention to detail

Ability to stand for long periods of time, climb and work at heights over 10 feet, crouch, and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis, change room and lunch room require the use of stairs

Able to work in a outside environments with varying temperatures and conditions

At Compass, we are always looking for the right people with “can do” attitudes and a willingness to help wherever needed, this means that you may need to take on other tasks and duties that may not be listed above or may change based on the location or needs of the company.