Alstar Group Looking for Piping Drafter at Calgary, Alberta, Canada Full Time

Alstar Group of Companies Ltd. has been providing quality construction services to the oil & gas industry since 1969. Located in Calgary & Leduc with projects throughout Western Canada, we are a leader in the industry for turn-key new construction, maintenance and prefabrication.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Piping Drafter reports to the Drafting Coordinator and is accountable for reviewing and interpreting designs and drawings, generating drawings, creating and maintaining bills of material, and fabrication control. A Pipefitting background is beneficial for this position.

Position-specific Accountabilities

Drafting

• Review and interpret designs and drawings prepared by others
• Generate drawings for design and construction of projects
• Resolve drawing and design problems with project managers and shop supervisors
• Develop and maintain project bills of material and identify material shorts.
• Generate and update various spreadsheets for tracking, scheduling, and general use
• Support estimating and managers to bid on upcoming projects for project design details
• Provide technical expertise on design/drafting standards
• Create drawing sets for construction.

Fabrication Control

• Maintain the Pipe Fabrication Drawing Log
• Create, update, and perform daily audits of project Quality Control Progress Reports (QCPRs)
• Review and process fabrication drawings in accordance with Alstar’s documented procedure
• Spot-check drawings and material lists for errors and omissions

General

• Advocacy for organization
• Understanding Alstar’s strategic plan
• Knowledge of the organization’s structure

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & EDUCATION

• Pipefitter – 2nd year or 3+ years experience
• Drafting experience (SpoolFab and/or Acorn Pipe) preferred
• Design and drafting diploma or equivalent education is an asset
• Basic understanding of fabrication process
• Advanced understanding of piping materials
• Advanced knowledge of piping assembly
• Able to interpret isometric drawings, Piping and Instrumentation diagrams and Engineered Structural drawings
• Experience using SpoolFab and/or Acorn Pipe would be an asset
• Experience using Autodesk Inventor would be an asset
• Demonstrated proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel

Skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize daily workload
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills

BEHAVIOURAL EXPECTATIONS

• Strategic Focus
• Action-oriented leadership
• Drive for results
• Organizational Awareness
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication
• Integrity
• Accountability

Benefits

Alstar offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Total Rewards Program
• Extended health care plan including medical, dental, vision and mental health services
• Group RRSP
• Group Life – AD&D – Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid safety orientations
• Great company culture and environment
• Areas to grown within the organization, opportunities for growth
• Recognition of achievements and contribution

We would like to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.