Facility Welder-Fabricator
- Blackfalds, AB, T0M 0J0, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Facility Welder-Fabricator
Full-time | Year-Round | Blackfalds, AB
Position Summary
Build your career with a maintenance team that keeps our operation running.
As a Facility Welder-Fabricator at Eagle Builders, you’ll perform a variety of welding, fabrication and repair work that supports the maintenance and operation of equipment in our precast concrete manufacturing facility. This hands-on role requires sound trade knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to quality and safety.
What You’ll Do
- Complete a variety of welding, fabrication, and repair tasks to support plant operations
- Read and interpret drawings, specifications, diagrams, and schematics
- Operate welding tools and facility equipment safely and efficiently
- Perform A-frame repairs, deck chamfer repairs, hard surfacing, weld plate modifications, and general fabrication
- Maintain welding equipment and keep the shop clean, organized and ready for work
- Collaborate effectively with maintenance, production, and other team members
- Plan, organize, and prioritize work to support efficient plant operations
- Work closely with maintenance leadership to troubleshoot issues and complete repairs
What We Are Looking For
- Reliable – prepared, follows through on commitments, can be counted on
- Team-oriented – works well with others and is willing to step in wherever needed
- Quality-focused – pays attention to detail and understands the impact of quality workmanship
- Self-motivated – takes initiative, solves problems, and works effectively with minimal supervision
Requirements
- Successful interview candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment assessment
- Valid Class 5 license and reliable transportation
- 3rd/4th Year Registered Apprentice Welder or Journeyman Welder
- Previous welding, fabrication, or related hands-on experience
- Ability to perform accurate welding and fabrication work in a fast-paced facility
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams and schematics
- Available to work 10-12 hours/day Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays
- Physically able to perform demanding work for extended periods
- Comfortable working around active manufacturing equipment and production areas
- Able to work safely in a facility environment
- Strong English communication skills (verbal and written)
Assets
- Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience
- CWB welding certification
- Experience with equipment repair or hard surfacing
What Eagle Builders Offers
- Competitive wages based on experience, with regular evaluations
- 6% vacation pay, health coverage, and wellness support
- Sundays off and a culture that values time with family
- Clothing program, meal program, fuel discounts, and employee events
- Clear training roadmaps and opportunities for growth
Bring your work ethic, commitment to quality, and willingness to learn. We’ll provide the opportunity to build your skills and grow your trade.
Thank you for your interest in Eagle Builders. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Perform various welding, fabrication, and repair tasks to support the maintenance and operation of equipment in a precast concrete manufacturing facility. Collaborate with the maintenance team to troubleshoot issues and ensure plant operations run efficiently.
Requirements
Requires a 3rd/4th year registered apprentice or journeyman welder certification and the ability to read blueprints and schematics. Candidates must be physically capable of demanding work and available for 10-12 hour shifts.
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment repair
- Hard surfacing
- Problem-solving
- Maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Metalwork
- Technical drawing interpretation
Benefits
- Health coverage
- Vacation pay
- Wellness support
- Clothing program
- Meal program
- Fuel discounts
- Employee events
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Construction
Keywords
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Precast concrete
- Blueprints
- Schematics
- Hard surfacing
- A-frame repairs
- Deck chamfer repairs
- CWB certification
- Industrial maintenance
- Journeyman welder
- Apprentice welder
- Safety
- Quality control