About Company
Ready to build a career where your expertise truly matters? Career.zycto partners with leading industrial and construction firms, connecting skilled tradespeople with impactful projects. We understand the critical role a precise and dedicated Pipe Fitter plays in ensuring structural integrity and operational efficiency. Joining us means access to diverse, challenging assignments, competitive compensation, and a commitment to your professional growth in a safety-first environment. Our focus is on fostering long-term relationships, ensuring you’re not just finding a job, but advancing your craft with every new opportunity. Discover how your hands-on skills can shape essential infrastructure across various industries.
Job Description
Are you a skilled and dedicated Pipe Fitter looking for a challenging new opportunity in South End, Halifax? Career.zycto is seeking experienced English-speaking Pipe Fitters to join our dynamic teams working on critical industrial and commercial projects across the region. In this vital role, you will be directly responsible for the precise installation, assembly, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of complex piping systems designed to transport various liquids, gases, and semi-solid materials. Your work will involve handling a wide array of pipe materials, including but not limited to carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, and PVC, adapting to diverse operational settings such as manufacturing plants, power generation facilities, commercial buildings, and marine infrastructure.
This position demands an exceptional eye for detail, an unwavering commitment to stringent safety protocols, and the expert ability to accurately interpret intricate blueprints, P&ID schematics, and isometric drawings. You will be instrumental in ensuring the structural integrity, optimal functionality, and leak-proof performance of critical infrastructure, adhering meticulously to industry standards, CSA codes, and local building regulations. Our projects offer considerable variety, ranging from greenfield new construction installations to intricate repair, modification, and upgrade operations on existing systems, providing ample opportunities to continuously apply and expand your diverse technical expertise. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including welders, millwrights, engineers, and other skilled trades professionals, contributing to a cohesive and highly efficient project delivery environment.
We are actively seeking individuals who take immense pride in their craftsmanship, demonstrate proactive problem-solving abilities, and thrive in fast-paced environments where precision, reliability, and adherence to timelines are absolutely paramount. If you are passionate about advancing your trade, possess exceptional hands-on technical skills, and are ready to contribute your expertise to significant infrastructure projects within a supportive and forward-thinking organization, we encourage you to apply. Join Career.zycto and become a cornerstone of our success, shaping the essential infrastructure that powers our community and industry, ensuring every connection is secure and every system performs flawlessly.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and isometric drawings to determine pipe layouts and specifications.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, and weld pipes to required dimensions and angles using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Assemble and install various piping systems, including supports, valves, fittings, and other components according to design specifications.
- Inspect and test installed pipes and systems for leaks, proper functionality, and compliance with codes and standards.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and replace worn or damaged existing piping systems and components.
- Ensure all work adheres strictly to safety regulations, quality control standards, and project timelines.
- Operate pipe cutting and bending machines, as well as various hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
- Collaborate effectively with welders, engineers, other trades, and project managers to ensure seamless project execution.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration on tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, P&ID's (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and isometric drawings.
- Expertise in various pipe joining techniques including welding, soldering, brazing, threading, and grooving.
- Strong understanding of different pipe materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC, and their applications.
- Familiarity with relevant safety codes and industry standards (e.g., CSA B51, ASME B31.3).
- Ability to safely and proficiently use a wide range of hand and power tools specific to pipe fitting.
- Excellent spatial reasoning, mathematical aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven physical stamina, dexterity, and ability to work in various environmental conditions.
- Fluent in English (reading, writing, and verbal communication for safety and instruction).
- Valid Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications
- Red Seal Journeyperson Pipe Fitter certification.
- Additional welding certifications (e.g., CWB, TIG, MIG).
- Experience with specific industrial piping systems (e.g., high-pressure steam, hydraulic, pneumatic).
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
- Fall Protection and Confined Space entry certifications.
- Heavy equipment operator experience (e.g., forklift, boom lift, scissor lift).
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage with opportunities for overtime pay.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
- Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer matching contributions.
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development, apprenticeships, and continuous skill upgrading.
- Company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and a tool allowance.
- Supportive, collaborative, and safety-conscious work environment.
- Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
- Long-term career growth and advancement potential within diverse projects.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their experience directly via the application link below. Please ensure your application highlights your relevant pipe fitting experience, certifications, and proficiency in English. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
