Rope Access Journeyperson Insulator (IRATA Certified)

Position Summary:

Tacten is seeking a Long-Term Maintenance Rope Access Journeyperson Insulator to support Imperial Oil Strathcona. In this role, you will be an integral member of our team, performing high-angle work with precision, efficiency, and an unwavering commitment to safety.

This opportunity is more than just a job—it's a chance to expand your skills, broaden your experience, and contribute meaningfully in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Schedule & Rotation

- Rotation: Monday to Friday

- Shift Length: 8.6 hours/day (straight time)

- Overtime: Paid at 1.5x after 8.6 hours/day

- Start Date: ASAP

- Local candidates required

This role follows the Imperial Oil Strathcona Earned Day Off (EDO) Program, where employees work an additional 0.6 hours each day to accumulate one earned day off every two weeks, typically scheduled on Fridays.

Compensation

- Minimum base rate: $47.16/hour (Prairies Region)

- IRATA premium applies for Levels 1, 2, and 3

- Overtime paid at 1.5x after 8.6 hours/day

Scope of Work

The Rope Access Journeyperson Insulator will:

- Perform insulation removal and reinstallation

- Support inspection activities

- Complete steam trace repairs as required

- Work at heights to safely execute high-angle tasks while maintaining the integrity and efficiency of insulated systems

Responsibilities:

- Remove and reinstall insulation materials such as fiberglass, mineral wool, or foam to maintain system efficiency and safety.

- Measure, cut, and secure insulation to fit pipes, vessels, and equipment using approved fasteners and adhesives.

- Perform inspections and support inspection teams by exposing and re-covering insulated systems as required.

- Identify and repair or replace damaged or degraded insulation to maintain performance and compliance.

- Complete steam trace repairs and ensure insulated systems meet operational and safety standards.

- Collaborate with maintenance and inspection teams to ensure work is completed efficiently and to project specifications.

- Maintain a strong commitment to safety while performing high-angle and rope access tasks.

Requirements:

Trade & Rope Access:

- Journeyperson Insulator status (non-ticketed applicants must provide proof of 6,000+ hours)

- IRATA Level 1 certification (minimum) or willingness to obtain

- IRATA Level 2 and 3 candidates are also encouraged to apply

- Comfortable and experienced working at heights

- Physically fit and capable of performing high-angle work safely

Safety Certifications:

- CSTS-2020 or ESC CSO

- ESC Confined Space Entry & Monitor (CSE/M)

- ESC Elevated Work Platform (EWP)

- ESC H2S Alive

Benefits:

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe!

Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

Company Overview:

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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