IRATA Level 3 Technician - CNRL Fall Turnaround

Position Summary

Tacten is recruiting skilled IRATA Level 3 Technicians to support our upcoming Fall Turnaround at our client site CNRL in Fort McMurray, AB.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled team supporting critical turnaround activities at one of Canada's leading oil sands operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment that champions growth, learning, and innovation, this is your chance to elevate your career. Let’s build something great together!

Position Details:

• Start Date:
  
  ~September 8, 2026
• Location:
  
  CNRL Albian & Horizon Sites - Fort McMurray, AB
• Rotation: 6/1, 12 hour shifts
• Travel:
  Flights provided from all major local city hubs in Canada
• Camp accommodations provided

• Ensure all rope access activities are performed safely and in compliance with IRATA standards and company policies.
• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repair work using rope access methods.
• Plan and execute rigging setups, ensuring operational safety and compliance with site and IRATA requirements.
• Conduct pre-job hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and rescue plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, inspections, and safety checks.
• Perform rescues and emergency response procedures as required.
• Mentor and evaluate lower-level technicians (Level 1 and
  2) in safe work practices.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Utilize trade expertise (e.g., NDT, Welding, Coatings/Blasting/Painting, Electrical, Insulator, etc.) while performing rope access duties.
• Conduct specialized trade work at height in accordance with industry standards and client specifications.

Certifications:

• IRATA Level 3 Certification (valid and in good standing) required
• Standard First Aid Certification required
• CSTS / OSSA Regional/ ESC CSO/ BSO required
• Valid Driver’s License and Clean Driver’s Abstract required
• Other site‑specific safety tickets (e.g., Confined Space Entry, H2S Alive, WHMIS, Fall Protection, TDG, Mobile EWP, etc.)

Qualifications /

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an IRATA Level 3 Rope Access Technician in industrial environments
• Strong understanding of rope access theory, rigging principles, maneuvers, hauling systems, and advanced rescue techniques
• Demonstrated ability to lead, instruct, and supervise Level 1 and Level 2 technicians
• Proven leadership and communication skills in a team environment
• Strong safety, quality, and client‑focus mindset
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently in remote, high‑risk, and variable conditions
• Problem‑solving and time‑management skills with attention to detail

Hours‑based benefits program, extensive training, courses, and progression opportunities.

Work on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, fostering a diverse and safe career path.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.