Fall Field - Confined Space Entry Technicians

Position: Fall Field Opportunities - Confined Space Entry Technicians
Location: Sherwood Park West

Vertex is offering fall field employment opportunities within our Tank Cleaning Division, ideal for apprentice Pipe fitters, 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 fall season.

Opportunity Details

Start Date:

Various September, 2026 Start Dates (Project Based)

Location:

Multiple projects within the Fort McMurray, AB area

Meeting

Location:

Nisku, AB (Transportation provided from Nisku, AB)

Accommodations:
Camp accommodations will be provided

Employment Type:

Temporary Project Based/Fall Employment

Compensation:
Competitive

Who This Role is For
This position is well suited for:

Apprentice Pipe fitters

Apprentice Welders

Apprentice Boilermakers

Mechanical / Industrial Trades Apprentices

Trades students seeking summer field exposure

Previous confined space experience is considered an asset but not mandatory - site safety training and orientation will be provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

Work in confined spaces for shifts of up to 2 hours

Wash, scrape and drain tank interiors using a variety of special tools and pressure washers

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

Candidate Qualifications

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 away from home in Northern Alberta for the entirety of the projects

Ability to provide own transportation to mobilization site in Nisku

Willingness to stay in local accommodations when required (if applicable)

A core requirement of this role is entering confined tanks for cleaning while utilizing a supplied‑air breathing apparatus/mask; candidates must be completely comfortable in tight spaces and experienced or highly comfortable working under respirator air

Safety & Training Requirements
The following are required (Training provided by Vertex where noted):

Clean Drug & Alcohol Testing (Provided by Vertex)

Clean Shaven Fit Testing (Provided by Vertex)

Pre-Access Orientation (Provided by Vertex)

Required Safety Tickets (Can be obtained prior to start):

Energy Safety Canada H2S Alive

Energy Safety Canada Confined Space Entry and Monitor

CSO (Common Safety Orientation)

CSTS 2020

Assets to Have (Considered an Advantage)

Class 5 Driver's License

Energy Safety Canada Fall Protection

Energy Safety Canada Mobile Platforms

First Aid…