Plant Reliability Technician​/NDE Inspector

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas.

You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function:

Operations

Job Summary:

Working under the direction of the Asset Integrity Supervisor, in the Engineering Department, this position supports the implementation of CF Integrity program by performing NDE non destructive examinations, visual inspections, and regulatory related inspection activities across the ammonia and urea production facilities. This role ensures equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and safe operation of pressure equipment and piping systems.
The technician works closely with the Asset Integrity Supervisor, Maintenance, Operations, and maintenance contractors to execute inspections, document findings, and support turnaround and outage activities.

Job Description:

Working under the direction of the Asset Integrity Supervisor, in the Engineering Department, this position supports the implementation of CF Integrity program by performing NDE non‑destructive examinations, visual inspections, and regulatory‑related inspection activities across the ammonia and urea production facilities. This role ensures equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and safe operation of pressure equipment and piping systems.

The technician works closely with the Asset Integrity Supervisor
, Maintenance, Operations, and maintenance contractors to execute inspections, document findings, and support turnaround and outage activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform NDE examinations; MT, PT, PMI, UT, Hardness Testing, Welding Visual Examinations. Document all NDE results in a timely and accurate manner.

Perform API 510 pressure vessel inspections

Conduct critical check valve inspections, and piping borescope inspections

Identify equipment deficiencies and communicate findings promptly. Generate maintenance notifications or work requests in SAP (experience considered an asset)

Report regular inspection findings and coordinate with asset integrity engineers to develop repair plans and recommendations.

Manage inspection records/complete regular inspections per weekly maintenance schedule in the field on pressure vessels, piping and related components.

Assist with coordination of third‑party NDE or inspection contractors. Act as site contact, manage work permits, and ensure contractor compliance with site requirements

Witness QA/QC hold points, including hydrotests, ITP sign‑offs, and weld inspections as required

Enter inspection reports into the APM software. Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure traceability

Required Skills

Post Secondary education with a technical diploma.

CGSB Level 2 Certification MT, PT, UT,

Certification or competency in PMI, Hardness Testing, and Welding Visual Inspection

Certification in API 510

Certification in API 570 or 653 is an asset.

Strong understanding of NDE techniques and inspection best practices

Previous experience in a Petrochemical or Refining industry, preferably in Ammonia and/or Urea production facilities.

Familiarity with Alberta regulatory requirements, including:
Pressure Equipment Safety Regulation, Pressure Welders Act

Knowledge and experience in welding inspection. Certification (CWB or equivalent) is an asset

Experience with…