Title: Yard Technician/Swamper

Description:

Yard Technician/Swamper

LOCATION: Nisku - Alberta - Canada

DEPARTMENT: SUPPLY CHAIN

HR CONTACT: VANESSA WILD

Role

This entry level role of Yard Technician/Swamper within the Shipping and Receiving department in Nisku, AB supports logistics and yard operations by performing various manual labour tasks to support the movement of pipe and other materials within the yard according to applicable procedures, complying with defined quality standards. Stock is tracked in an efficient and accurate manner using scanners on handheld devices in conjunction with the electronic inventory tracking system called PCD. This position works alongside equipment operators to load pipe onto truck beds according to customer inventory and material order details (i.e. picking slip).

Please note: Tenaris requires employees to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and fit test for this position as it is a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities:

Work alongside Loader and Pettibone Operators to load and unload OCTG and accessories onto trucks

Use power and manual tools to create blocking on wood lengths to be placed in-between tiers of pipes

Use tablets to scan each piece of inventory incoming/outgoing from yard setting

Spot for equipment operator and use cones to setup safe work area while equipment is moving pipe

Assist truck and delivery drivers to load and unload vehicles

Perform other material handling activities such as counting, sorting, packing and unpacking

Ensure product quality comply with defined standards and reporting deviations

Carry out duties in an effective manner meeting productivity and efficiency standards

Ensure proper use of the company assets, detecting and reporting malfunctioning equipment

Attend and collaborate in training activities in order to maintain and increase the company knowledge

Proactively suggest improvements and participate in continuous improvement activities

Actively participate in company safety meetings, procedures and programs; correct unsafe work practices or situations; follow reporting protocols for violations; participate in the Hazard Identification process

Perform other duties as required, including, but not limited to effective yard and warehouse clean-up, yard maintenance, administrative duties and operating company vehicle as required

Qualifications:

Manual labor work experience in an industrial setting
Class 5 Driver’s License and clean drivers abstract, an asset
First Aid Certification required (can be trained after hired)
Electric Pallet Truck, an asset (can be trained after hired)
Forklift, an asset (Can be trained after hired)

Why Join Tenaris:

A global leader	Help share our future and solidify our position as leaders in our industry.
People make the difference	Work with outstanding people in dynamic, collaborative teams who are always looking to find better ways of doing things.
A safe and environmentally conscientious workplace	We adopt ecologically efficient designs and technologies to keep our people safe and healthy and reduce our impact on the environment.
A partner in the community	We understand that a long-term industrial project means growing together with communities where we operate.
Unleash your potential	We understand the importance of giving you the chance to learn and develop new skills by exploring different positions.
Our differences make us stronger	Join a culturally diverse team, united in our commitment to excellence.
Learning culture	From one corner of the world to another, our global organization will encourage you to share knowledge and best practices.
Effort is rewarded	We select and promote individuals based on their performance, experience, abilities, interpersonal skills and commitment.
Competitive salary and benefits	Our worldwide compensation and salary structure is positioned competitively in each and every one of the markets where we operate.
Facilities unlike any other	We continuously invest in our mills, service centres, training and research centres, focused on a sustainable, state-of-the-art industrial footprint in every community where we operate.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Tenaris values diversity in all its forms, fostering an inclusive workplace rooted in safety, ethics, transparency, and open communication. Our active Diversity & Inclusion committee works on strategic initiatives to enhance our workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tenaris is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Alberta Employment Standards Act (ESA).

If your experience and knowledge match our requirements, please apply

Tenaris is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity in employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those that match the criteria required for the desired profile will be contacted.

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Location:

Nisku, Alberta, Canada

Date: Jul 25, 2025