Join the MasTec Purnell Canada Team

We are a leading contractor in Western Canada, anchored by a team that is motivated, ambitious and inclusive. We are united by a commitment to safety and united by a passion for solutions and innovation.

MasTec Purnell Canada offers career opportunities for individuals looking to take part in Canada’s energy development, including the oil & gas, pipeline and industrial construction sectors. Guided by our Core Values of team, respect, excellence, integrity, duty and protect, we construct and maintain projects safely, reliably and with care and respect for the environment in which we operate.

Why Join Us?

• Our Core Values are front and center and operationalized across the business
• Individual contribution is rewarded and teamwork is encouraged
• We maintain a commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment where our employees can freely bring diverse perspectives and varied work experiences to work
• Individual development is strongly encouraged and fostered (e.g., hands-on training and cross-functional project opportunities)

What we are offering:

At MasTec Purnell, we believe our greatest asset is our people. We offer salaries and wages competitive for the construction industry, for our areas of operation, and based on years of experience, industry knowledge and qualifications. Specific compensation data associated with our career opportunities may be system generated and not an accurate reflection of MasTec Purnell’s market competitive wages or our total value proposition. We look forward to receiving your application and discussing specific compensation parameters as part of our hiring process.

POSITION SUMMARY:

MasTec Purnell’s Coatings team is currently accepting resumes for an Industrial Field Sandblaster for field based projects near Grande Prairie.

Preference will be given to candidates LOCAL to Grande Prairie and surrounding areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare materials for sandblasting or coating, including removing previous paint surfaces
• Abrade surfaces of metal or hard-composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt, and to impart specified finish, using abrasive-blasting equipment
• Shovel or pour abrasives, such as sand, grit, or shot of specified grade into machine hopper
• Mask specified areas of object to protect from abrading action
• Operate and maintain sandblasting and coating equipment to job specifications, substrate surface preparation, and abrasive blasting
• Other duties as required

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school education preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience with industrial sandblasting
• NACE Certificate is considered an asset
• Experience with oilfield services is required
• Knowledge of general pipeline construction both composite & steel would be an asset
• H2S Alive
• WHIMIS
• Standard first aid certificationKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for promoting and living out MasTec Canada’s 6 Core Values
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of heavy equipment
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required
• Familiar with abrasive blasting and coatings processes
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. is required
• Ambitious, pro-active, high-energy, positive attitude and a team player
• Ability to identify and report hazards
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules