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Black & McDonald Limited Quality Control and Boiler Technician in Calgary, Alberta
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald's Alberta team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
Reporting to the Division Manager, and their designate, the Quality Control and Boiler Technician is primarily located in Calgary, AB, and will be required to travel to various site locations, as assigned by their immediate manager, or their designate. The Quality Control and Boiler Technician will play a key role in managing our ABSA program, ensuring compliance with Alberta Boiler Safety Association requirements, and supporting quality initiatives across field and office environments. They will guide the project teams and provide quality-related support to the operation to ensure quality standards are upheld.
The ideal candidate is a detail‑oriented Welding Engineering Technology graduate with strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in quality assurance and boiler/pressure equipment work. They are familiar with ASME B31.1 and B31.3, comfortable working in both field and office environments, and eager to support ABSA compliance and quality initiatives.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Ensure all QA/QC activities are understood and implemented in accordance with Black & McDonald and client standards
Manage and maintain the ABSA program for Alberta
Assist or lead in the development and implementation of quality assurance programs within the Alberta region and drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve zero defects across projects
Administer and update formal quality management documents (manuals, policies, procedures, plans, checklists) to meet regulatory and client requirements
Ensure compliance with customer quality management systems and interface with regulators and auditors as required
Perform inspections and verification activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards
Monitor work for deviations from specifications and ensure timely corrective actions
Support material receiving, code material tracking, and documentation control
Work closely with Operations to develop and monitor project quality plans, including subcontractor compliance
Liaise with Purchasing and Operations to establish quality requirements and evaluate suppliers and subcontractors
Investigate and resolve customer quality concerns through consultation and problem-solving
Participate in field activities, including opening/closing boilers and diagnosing issues (training provided)
Perform other duties as assigned
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
Customer Focus (understand the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
Holds Self and Others Accountable (take personal responsibility to meet commitments)
Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
Teamwork and Collaboration (work cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Welding Engineering Technology degree (required)
Interest in pursuing a skilled trade (boilermaker, welder, or fitter)
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Candidates with 1–4 years of related trade experience will be considered an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Basic knowledge of QA/QC principles considered an asset
Knowledge of boilers and pressure vessels
Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3 codes
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in both field and office settings
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Proven experience MS Office (Outlook, Word, Project, and Excel)
Class 5 AB Driver's License and clean abstract
Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process.
We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
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