Empower Your Career with Nasittuq: Illuminate Your Path as a Bulk Fuel Technician in the Arctic Frontier!
About Nasittuq:
At Nasittuq Corporation, we take pride in delivering exemplary services in the Canadian Arctic. Our highly skilled workforce ensures the seamless operation of critical operations for the Department of National Defence (DND), ranging from facilities maintenance to logistical support.
Our Core Values:
Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility guide everything we do.
Where You Will Be Working:
CFS Alert, the northernmost permanently inhabited settlement globally, offers a breathtaking backdrop on the northeastern tip of Ellesmere Island. Explore beautiful landscapes and a unique fauna thriving year-round in this exceptional environment. This location prioritizes Nunavut Inuit in the hiring process to promote local opportunities.
Looking for more balance in your life? Enjoy the stability of full-time hours - with the freedom of working half the year, making it ideal for those seeking extended time off or a more flexible lifestyle. Whether you are pursuing personal projects, travel or a gradual transition into retirement, this role supports meaningful work-life balance and professional fulfilment.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Reporting to the Power Plant Supervisor, the Bulk Fuel Services Technician will be responsible for ensuring that bulk fuel systems are maintained and repaired as required to support fuel systems and handling operations.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform all POL tasks, inspections and tests on the POL tank farms including the pumps and lines Maintain, repair and inspect the Bulk Fuels System (BFS) tanks and pipelines on a daily and weekly basis
- Conduct and document daily and weekly preventative maintenance and inspections in accordance to the POL System PM Plan which includes but is not limited to cleaning and lubricating equipment; packing valves; replacing strainers; changing filter and monitor elements; installing gaskets; making adjustments and minor repairs to pumps, air compressors, diesel engines and other equipment; pumping water out of dykes
- Perform fuelling services with POL products for authorized aircraft, outlying building and miscellaneous storage tanks/units which includes the transfer of fuel from the tank farms to the day tank and portable tank
- Assist in de-fuelling operations from aircraft wing tanks under direction of Flight Engineer
- Respond to emergencies of spills of POL or system failures within timeframes specified in the SOW
- Perform repairs on all fuel supply systems (restoration of services) as per industry standards
- Take receipt of bulk fuel and ensure that the fuel is deposited in the appropriate storage facility
- Measure fuel levels using the DND owned PETROTAG system
- Maintain a daily plant log, including any abnormal operating conditions or malfunctions, and the quantity of fuel used and transferred
- Test fuel and verify equipment used under normal operation (fuel filtration system, delivery nozzles/pumps) such as the clear and bright test; free water test; conductivity test and FSII test
- Accurately record all work orders in daily logs or preventative maintenance books for the facilities, as well as records or normal and abnormal operating conditions and malfunctions along with corrective actions taken
- Test for the BRIX and LOUT of the de/anti-icing fluids upon the receipt of each delivery of de/anti-icing fluids and prior to each application
- Participate in committee meetings as required, e.g. quality assurance, environment, health and safety, etc.
- Performs other duties assigned by a higher authority
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATES/LICENSE(S):
- PM3 Certification or equivalent
- Fuel handling courses in accordance with applicable territorial/provincial legislation
EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years experience in bulk fuel facility similar or greater in size to CFS Alert
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Fly-In Fly-Out Schedule: 8 weeks on site, 8 weeks off site rotation. Travel from home to site is paid from any location in Canada, with overnight stays in Thule, Greenland, as required.
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Living Arrangements: Private accommodations with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreational access provided while on site.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus employer-matched pensions up to 6%.
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Competitive Compensation: Hourly rate of $59.54- $62.68, 40-hour workweeks (Monday–Saturday), and opportunities for overtime. Additional $27 daily isolation allowance while on site.
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Vacation Pay: 6% vacation pay on every paycheck.
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Clothing Allowance: Arctic clothing and annual safety footwear allowance of $175.
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Development Opportunities: Training for certifications and skill development with reasonable expenses covered.
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Opportunities for Nunavut Inuit:
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Nasittuq Corporation is committed to supporting Nunavut Inuit growth and career development. Priority hiring for Nunavut Inuit is an integral part of our recruitment efforts at CFS Alert. Inuit applicants are encouraged to apply and identify their status during the application process for prioritized consideration.
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Inclusivity and Recognition:
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At Nasittuq, we celebrate and value diversity in our workforce. Priority hiring is offered for Inuit Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements in other roles. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.
ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ.
HOW TO APPLY:
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Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter. Indicate your status as a Nunavut Inuit Beneficiary if applicable
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Nasittuq provides accommodation throughout the hiring process upon request for candidates with disabilities. If contacted for the selection process, let us know if you require any accommodations.
Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!
