What’s The RoleShell is seeking a Steamfitter - Upgrader (internally known as a Craft Team Member – UPG Pipefitter) who will report to the Maintenance Team Lead (MTL). The Craft Team Member (CTM) is responsible for performing maintenance and troubleshooting activities within their skill set to support safe and reliable operations. Guided by the MTL, the CTM collaborates with other team members to execute a coordinated maintenance schedule. They also work closely with other craft disciplines to carry out repairs and perform preventative maintenance, ensuring high reliability and efficient equipment care.
The Shell Scotford Complex is a short drive from Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta and consists of a bitumen upgrader, oil refinery, chemicals plant and a carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility. Scotford has both union and nonunion hourly employees. The refinery and chemical plants are unionized, and the upgrader is not unionized. This posting is for non-unionized parts of the complex.
AccountabilitiesAssists in the development of preventive maintenance systems, surplus program, maintenance practices and procedures, infrastructure (tools and equipment) and SAGE steam trap programCollaborative team player with the ability to work effectively within the team, across crafts, and with operationsExhibit strong leadership skills by self-directing tasks in alignment with site prioritiesActive engaging in ensuring the safety of self and co-workers, providing, and accepting interventions to achieve Goal Zero and adheres to Shell Scotford policies and Shell’s Life Saving rulesVerify and perform work as requested on approved work orders, including follow up and sign offMaintain process piping, vessels, and other related static equipment at ScotfordProvide feedback to planners, Specialists, and schedulers to help improve plan and schedule qualityAssist MTL with Preventative Maintenance forecasting/compliance and work order backlog managementWork with Maintenance Technical Support Team, Operations and Engineering Services on identified repeat failures, Root Cause Analysis and Reliability issuesInterface with Operations, other Craft Team Member Groups, and contractorsTroubleshoot cause of equipment problems and make repairs on piping systems, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, heaters, and filters in conjunction with routine and preventive maintenance functionsOperate power and hand tools with skill and precisionMake sound decisions based upon maintenance guidelines and principles and works well with others under any situationExecute preventative and predictive maintenance programsProvide input into production unit shutdown work scope and overhaul issuesUnderstand and follow Maintenance Execution Work Process practices and proceduresAid in integrity audits of equipment installations for new projectsPerform work in all business units and areas on an as needed basisPeriodically coordinate multitrade jobs in the field in reactive scenariosMaintain a high standard of workmanship, safety awareness, and housekeeping, while also keeping accurate records and drawingsProvide and enter history for equipment repair and feedback to plansUtilize computer-based maintenance systems such as GSAP, Blueprint, and OneNoteWhat You BringMust have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employerMinimum Grade 12 diplomaMust possess a valid driver's licenseA valid Alberta Journeyperson Steamfitter ticket is preferred.
Boilermaker or Welder tickets, or a Red Seal certificationAt least 5 years’ experience in an industrial setting including apprenticeship experienceDual trade ticket holder is an asset such as Pipefitter + Boilermaker, and/or WelderExperience with digital technologies, including proficiency in Office 365 tools such as OneNote and MS Teams is a plusFamiliarity with the Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), P6 Team Member, and iPad usage is considered an assetAbility to climb ladders and stairs, work at heights and in confined spacesAbility to lift and carry 20 kg from ground to waist levelAbility to work safely wearing a respirator or Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)Must be willing to participate in off-shift coverage (nights and weekends), cold weather coverage, and Turnaround supportIf you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply.
Research has shown that women from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply. What We OfferYou bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people in an innovative work environment. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another.
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Progress as a person as we work on innovative projects togetherContinuously grow the transferable skills you need to get aheadWork at the forefront of technology, trends, and practicesCollaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertiseAchieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourselfBenefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile workingPerform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase; our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the worldTake advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parentsJoin an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the worldWe strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to applyGrow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teamsGain access to a wide range of training and development programsWe'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal:
to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here. Shell in CanadaShell Canada is part of a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with an average of 92,000 employees in more than 70 countries and has been operating in Canada since 1911. Shell Canada is one of the few truly integrated energy companies in Canada with all of Shell’s global businesses represented, including upstream, integrated gas, downstream, and renewables and energy solutions.
That means we do everything from exploration, gas production, refining and manufacturing, to providing fuels and developing energy solutions for our customers. At a glance, our businesses and projects in Canada include:
Joint Venture Partner (40%) with LNG Canada which will export Canadian natural gas to Asian marketsShale gas and liquids assets in Alberta and British ColumbiaA network of 1,400 retail stations across CanadaThe Scotford Complex in Alberta, includes an upgrader, chemicals plant and is home to the Quest carbon capture and storage facilityThe Sarnia Manufacturing Centre refinery in OntarioInvestments in renewables and energy solutions, including EV charging, hydrogen and biofuels15 Shell-owned distribution terminals, three of which have marine operationsShell Aviation Canada delivers across a network of 27 airport fixed-based operations and airport consortiums, from coast to coast. Shell Aviation provides 1.
7 billion liters of high-quality fuel annually in Canada and offers reliable and safe into-plane deliveryStrong Sulphur and Lubricants businesses as well as an innovative Supply and Trading business
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