Journeyperson Welder

Job Description: Journeyperson Welder

Location: Nisku, Alberta (T9E 8J8)

Work Arrangement: On-site

Contract Duration: 4 Months

Position Overview

We are seeking qualified Journeyperson Welders to fabricate custom prototypes, jigs, fixtures, aluminum and steel components, and metal structures in a fast-paced production environment.

The successful candidates will work with supervisors and lead hands to meet production targets, maintain quality standards, and support continuous improvement. The role requires proficiency in applicable welding processes, blueprint interpretation, and workplace safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and review blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.
• Fabricate and weld aluminum and steel components, prototypes, jigs, fixtures, and metal structures.
• Use applicable welding processes, including GMAW/MIG, FCAW/flux-core, GTAW/TIG, and SMAW/ARC.
• Operate manual and semi-automatic welding equipment.
• Operate metal-forming equipment, including brakes, shears, and bending machines.
• Perform weld inspections, repairs, modifications, and retrofits.
• Monitor material usage and report shortages or material issues.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Follow quality requirements, production targets, and established safety procedures.
• Assist with training and guiding apprentices or junior employees as required.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable technologies, welding techniques, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Alberta Journeyperson Welder qualification/licence.
• Practical experience with aluminum and steel welding.
• Experience with GMAW/MIG and FCAW/flux-core welding.
• Knowledge of applicable welding procedures and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to complete a practical welding assessment involving flat and vertical aluminum and flux-core welding.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and the use of required personal protective equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interprovincial Red Seal certification or progress toward certification, where applicable.
• Relevant CWB welding tickets or certifications.
• Experience with additional welding processes, including TIG/GTAW, plasma arc, oxy-acetylene, resistance, and submerged arc welding.
• Experience with routine equipment maintenance and metal fabrication.

Working Schedule

Day shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, following a rotating schedule of 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, and 3 days off.

Night shift: Monday to Thursday, 6:00 PM to 5:30 AM.

Candidates must be available for the applicable shift pattern. Monday–Friday-only day availability is not suitable for the rotating day-shift requirement.

Working Conditions

• On-site work in a production environment.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Occasional work at heights of approximately 4 feet, with guardrails in place.
• Work may involve indoor and outdoor environments and occasional construction-site exposure.
• Overtime may be required.
• Off-site travel may occasionally be necessary.
• Compliance with applicable Alberta occupational health and safety requirements is mandatory.

Welding Assessment

Candidates must successfully complete a practical welding test covering flat and vertical aluminum welding and flux-core welding.

Application

Interested candidates should submit an updated resume highlighting their welding qualifications, relevant certifications, welding processes, fabrication experience, and shift availability.