Journeyman Pipefitter - Lower Mainland

Vancouver, BC
Pipefitter
11/12/2026
Shell
Depends on Experience 
Contract
Monday to Friday

Journeyman Pipefitter – Lower Mainland

Job Details

  • Location: Burnaby, BC

  • Pay Rate: $52.00/hour

  • Shift: Monday- Friday, Subject to change based on project requirements.

  • Schedule: Weekend work may be required.

  • Project Duration: December 3, 2026 – January 15, 2027.

  • Travel: Local position – no travel or relocation assistance.

  • Employment Opportunity: Potential for full-time, ongoing employment for the right candidate.

Candidates must be local to the Lower Mainland and flexible with scheduling, as shifts may change and weekend work may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly compensation of $52.00/hour.

  • Comprehensive benefits.

  • RRSP program.

  • Apprenticeship and training reimbursement programs.

  • Starter toolkit provided.

  • Safety training and PPE provided.

  • Opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Company Overview

PTW Energy Services is a leading industry solutions provider delivering construction, fabrication, and maintenance services across Canada and the United States. We support major industrial sectors including oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, power generation, pulp and paper, nuclear, and renewables.

Role Summary

PTW is hiring an experienced Journeyman Pipefitter to join our team for an upcoming project in Burnaby, BC.

This is a local opportunity for a qualified tradesperson with a strong background in oil and gas or fuel terminal environments. The successful candidate will have experience interpreting piping drawings, performing bolt-up and torquing, assisting welders, and working safely around rigging and crane operations.

This position is LOCAL ONLY. Candidates must reside in the Lower Mainland, BC area.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform pipefitting activities in an industrial environment.

  • Read and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and structural drawings.

  • Complete bolt-up and torquing procedures.

  • Work alongside and assist welders with piping installations.

  • Perform rigging activities and work safely around crane operations.

  • Work with socket weld (SW), butt weld (BW), and threaded (THD) piping systems.

  • Follow all site safety requirements, procedures, and quality standards.

  • Work collaboratively with supervisors, welders, and other trades to ensure project deadlines are met.

Qualifications / Requirements

  • Journeyman Pipefitter certification.

  • Minimum 5 years of pipefitting experience.

  • Previous experience in oil and gas or fuel terminal environments.

  • Strong ability to read isometrics, P&IDs, and structural drawings.

  • Experience with bolt-up, torquing, rigging, and assisting welders.

  • Knowledge and experience with SW, BW, and THD piping.

  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a good driving record over the past 5 years.

  • Must be local to the Lower Mainland, BC area.

Required Safety Tickets & Orientations

  • Fall Protection (Fall Pro)

  • Elevated Work Platform (EWP)

  • CSTS

  • Shell Orientations

Additional Assets:

  • Current Telehandler and/or Forklift certification would be considered an asset.

Why Work at PTW

  • Strong culture built on Care, Excellence, and Passion.

  • Stable workload with ongoing industrial projects.

  • Opportunities for career growth and development.

  • Safety-first environment where tradespeople are respected and supported.

  • Employee recognition programs, including Quarterly Appreciation Awards and Safety Rewards.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity with PTW Energy Services!