B-Pressure Hand Welder

B-Pressure Hand Welder

Edmonton, Canada

Company
Stuart Olson
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Salary: Market related

Reference: JOB-3514

Our Offer to You:
• Site: Fort Saskatchewan
• Start Date: Immediately
• Schedule: 4x10, 10 hours per day
• Compensation: DSP's accepted. Competitive wages, Vacation Pay & benefits.

Why Work For Us:

Stuart Olson is searching for B-Pressure Hand Welders to join us for a long-term opportunity at our client site in Fort Saskatchewan. This job provides the opportunity to go home every night.

Responsibilities
• Adhere to a given WPS.
• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Understand the importance of Consumable Storage and Maintenance
• Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects
• Repair parts of metal products by welding on extra layers
• Maintain safe work practices
• Follow a Step-by-Step Repair Plan
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques
• Secure components together applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed

Qualifications
• B-Pressure Welder with pipefitting experience
• Need to have tig and carbon stick welding as well as CWB carbon and SS tickets.
• Ability to identify all techniques of welding (GTAW, GMAW, etc.), and know all properties of various types of metal and how heat affects them
• Ability to identify the requirements for various welding tests (6g, X-ray, etc.) and to produce welds that meet each requirement
• Maintain and repair piping systems which carry water, steam, chemicals or fuel used in heating, cooling, lubricating and other processes
• Maintain and repair pressurized piping systems
• Ability to take direction and follow through on instructions
• Committed dedication to safety; reflected in practice and experience
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Superior focus on customer satisfaction
• Valid driver’s license
• CSTS 2020
• Fall Protection
• ESC Confined Space
• Valid driver’s licence
• Experience in Industrial operating environment
• Experience in maintenance processes an asset
• Pre-Access Drug and Alcohol testing

Working Conditions
• Working at heights
• Working in a confined space
• Working in and around noise and dust
• Working both indoors and outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions
• Must be clean shaven
• Personal safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots

Physical Requirements
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 lbs. with assistance
• Stand or walk for long periods of time
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects

Who We Are

Stuart Olson has been positively impacting the businesses we serve, the communities in which we operate, and the lives we touch since 1911. Our rich history demonstrates our reach and diversity as an integrated, full service organization serving the commercial and industrial markets.

Specializing in Turnaround and Maintenance services in the Industrial sector, Stuart Olson has proudly served the Canadian construction industry for over 100 years. We deliver confidence through a client-centered approach that ensures the highest quality of service, reducing risk, and delivering results.

While we welcome all applications, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted directly.

Unsolicited resumes and phone inquiries from 3rd party agencies will not be accepted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for welder jobs in Canada in 2026?
According to Government of Canada Job Bank data updated for 2026, welders (NOC 72106) earn $22.00 to $42.00 per hour nationally, with a median of $32.50 per hour. Entry-level welders with apprenticeship completion start at $25.00 per hour, while experienced journeypersons earn up to $38.00 per hour plus overtime at 1.5 times the rate.
Q What work permit options are available for international welders seeking jobs in Canada in 2026?
International welders classified under NOC 72106 (TEER 2) can apply for Express Entry Federal Skilled Trades Program if they have 2 years full-time experience, CLB 5 language proficiency, and a valid job offer or certificate of qualification. Temporary Foreign Worker Program requires a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from ESDC, valid for up to 2 years. Processing fee is CAD 155 for work permit as of January 2026.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in Canada?
A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum education, followed by a 4 to 5-year apprenticeship program with 6,000-8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Red Seal endorsement requires passing the Interprovincial Standard Examination after apprenticeship. At least 1,500 hours of experience is needed for certification eligibility.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in Canada?
Applicants must submit a high school diploma, resume showing relevant experience, valid ID such as passport or driver's license, and safety training certificates like WHMIS 2015 and fall protection. For Red Seal exam, provide apprenticeship completion letter from provincial authority. Application fee is CAD 50-100 depending on province as of 2026.
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