JOB DESCRIPTION:  HOT TAP ASSISTANT I (Plant & Pipeline Assistant I)

BASIC FUNcTIONS

The role of the Hot Tap Assistant I has a wide scope. The Hot Tap Assistant I will assist in all aspects of the hot tap process. From the initial rigging in of the welder to the clean-up of the site after the completion of the hot tap. The Hot Tap Assistant I would also be required to come into the shop to complete such tasks as general shop work, helping out with manufacturing and vehicle/equipment maintenance.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Industry related training and/or tickets
• General knowledge of the oil and gas industry in relation to the services RFI provides
• Grade 12 or equivalency diploma an asset or at the discretion of Management
• Physical and mental capability to perform in the field or shop

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in pre and post job set up
• Assist the technician in all aspects of the hot tap operation
• Come into the shop to complete maintenance on vehicles, equipment and basic shop maintenance
• Have the ability to come in and help out with the manufacturing of hot tap fittings, and testing hot tap prototypes
• Come into the shop and kit jobs

DUTIES 

• Rigging welder in and out
• Prepping the pipe for the pre job inspection
• Assisting with pre job welding procedure requirements which include spark test, amp check and cool down tests
• Cleaning up the work site once the work has been completed after each day or each location
• Bolting up valves and hot tap machines
• Completing pressure tests
• Completing the hot tap
• Other duties as required

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all work is completed in compliance with Red Flame Industries Health and Safety Policies
• Ensure that all field work is completed in compliance with Red Flame Industries, Customer, and Industrial Requirements
• Be responsible for hazard mitigation and adhere to PPE requirements for all work sites
• Participate in RFI health and safety program as necessary