Summer Field Opportunity - Confined Space Entry Technician (Temporary)
About The Position
Vertex is offering summer field employment opportunities within our Tank Cleaning Division, ideal for apprentice Pipefitters, Welders, Boilermakers and Mechanical Trades looking to gain real-world industrial experience. The role provides valuable hands on exposure to confined space entry, industrial cleaning operations and safety-critical work environments - experience that directly supports long-term careers in the trades. Successful candidates will work alongside experienced teams on active projects and gain practical skills that strengthen apprenticeship and field resumes. This is temporary, project-based work with projects anticipated to run throughout the summer season.
Requirements
- Interest in gaining industrial field experience
- Comfortable working in physically demanding environments
- Physically able to lift and carry up to 45 kg
- Ability to stand, crouch, kneel and work for extended periods
- Able to follow direction and work as part of a team
- Willing and able to work local Edmonton and surrounding area projects
- Ability to provide own transportation to site
- Willingness to stay in local accommodations when required (if applicable)
- Breathing Air/Mask experience is required
- Clean Drug & Alcohol Testing
- Clean Shaven Fit Testing
- Pre-Access Orientation
- Energy Safety Canada H2S Alive
- Energy Safety Canada Confined Space Entry and Monitor
- CSO (Common Safety Orientation)
- CSTS 2020
Nice To Haves
- Previous confined space experience is considered an asset but not mandatory
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Energy Safety Canada Fall Protection
- Energy Safety Canada Mobile Platforms
- First Aid with AED
- Previous industrial, mechanical or construction experience
Responsibilities
- Work in confined spaces for shifts of up to 2 hours
- Participate in the installation and removal of energy isolation devices, blanks, blinds, etc.
- Rig in / rig out ventilation, wash and vacuum equipment
- Accurately report conditions within confined spaces
- Assist confined space entry personnel in donning and doffing required PPE when entering and exiting confined space when not in confined space
- Perform assigned emergency response roles including confined space rescue
- Actively participate in safety meetings, tool box meetings, permit and hazard assessment reviews
- Prepare hazard assessments as appropriate
- Maintain composure during high-stress and multi-tasking challenges
- Support cleaning of respiratory protective equipment
- Complete required inspection records for PPE and equipment
- Complete required inventory of trailers daily and at end of the project
- Support outside of space operations, maintaining support equipment in berm/work area as directed
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Gain practical, resume-building field experience
- Exposure to industrial tank cleaning and confined space operations
- Work in a safety-focused environment
- Learn from experienced trades and industrial professionals
- Fast-paced, team-orientated work culture
- A strong stepping stone for future apprenticeship and field roles
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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