Contract Thermal Operator

Thermal Operator (Lloydminster-SK)

NRS Energy Services is seeking a Thermal Operator (minimum 3rd Class Power Engineer/2nd Class preferred) on behalf of our client for their oil & gas operations in the Lloydminster, SK area. This is a one-year contract position with the possibility of extension.

Shift Schedule:

- 12-hour rotating shifts (7 days on / 7 days off)

- Includes both day and night shifts, with work on weekends and statutory holidays as part of the rotation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operate the Facility in a safe and effective manner, while working collaboratively as part of the operating team

- Maintain and troubleshoot all area-specific equipment to optimize performance to meet production targets as per Company’s guidelines

- Perform condition monitoring including sampling and testing per area responsibilities. Complete area operations records. (e.g. volume balances, log sheets, work permits and required reports)

- Support operations performed maintenance activities aligned to the site’s operating philosophy.

- Support on-site maintenance contractors by communicating Company’s requirements, policies and procedures, while leading by example

- Provide assistance, coaching, on-the-job training and assessments to new employees as required

- Comply with all HS&E requirements in the performance of this Position's responsibilities

- Comply with High Reliability Organization standards and expectations

Qualifications:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

- Minimum 3rd Class Power Engineering certificate is required; however, candidates with 2nd class certification or progress towards 2nd class certification are preferred.

- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the operation of steam generating equipment, control panel, oil processing and/or well equipment and associated process and systems.

- Experience in the oil and gas industry is an asset.

- Experience in equipment isolation, safe work permitting and hazard analysis.

- Proficiency with computers is required (experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, SAP, and a field data capture system would be considered an asset).

- The ability to work in a team environment and a willingness to accept increased operational responsibility.

- Solid understanding of safety and regulatory standards and procedures.

- Strong troubleshooting skills.

- Mechanical aptitude.

- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

- Must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License (experienced).

- This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the Cenovus Drug and Alcohol policy which includes pre-assignment testing

Work Schedules:

- This is not a FIFO (fly-in fly-out) position — candidates are responsible for their own transportation.

- Schedule 7 days on / 7 days off. Rotating days and nights. 12 hours a day.

- Overtime requirements: Overtime will be paid at 2 times hourly salary if OT eligible (T4).

- DT per rotation 4 hrs - applicable for every 7-day shift and also DT eligible when working on non-scheduled days.

Pay Rate:

- T4: $45 - $52

- IC: $52 - $59

Expense /Allowances (Vehicle):

- Mileage reimbursement rate of $0.70/km to a max of 75km/day for personal vehicle usage (Provided distance is greater than 50km round trip).

- The successful candidates must reside within the area near the facilities.

- Travel Required: 25%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46.00-$59.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- Relocation assistance

- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you hold at least a 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate?

- Do you currently hold a 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate, or are you working toward obtaining it?

- Do you have at least three years of experience operating steam-generating equipment, control panels, oil-processing or well-site equipment, and the related processes and systems?

Work Location: In person