B-Pressure Hand Welder

Edmonton, Canada
B-Pressure Hand Welder
Company
Stuart Olson
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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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?
Welders (NOC 72106) earn $25.00 per hour at the low end, $36.50 median, and $50.00 high nationally in 2026, equating to $52,000 to $104,000 annually for 2,080 hours. Entry-level positions in manufacturing start at $25.00 per hour after apprenticeship completion.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) - Job Bank
Q
Do international applicants need a work permit for welder jobs in Canada, and what is the cost?
International welders require a Temporary Foreign Worker Program work permit, often needing a positive LMIA unless exempt under International Mobility Program. The application fee is CAD $155 per person, with processing times of 10-14 weeks online in 2026. Welders qualify under NOC 72106 TEER 2 for Express Entry if eligible.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Q
What education and experience do I need to qualify as a welder in Canada?
A high school diploma is required, followed by a 7,200-hour apprenticeship program typically lasting 4 years including 8 weeks pre-employment training. At least 1,500 hours of on-the-job experience is needed for Red Seal exam eligibility. Journeyperson certification requires passing the interprovincial exam.
Source: Red Seal Program
Q
What documents are required to apply for welder jobs through government channels in Canada?
Submit a resume, proof of Red Seal certification, CWB welding tickets, WHMIS 2015 certificate, and 3 references with work history. For federal jobs, apply via GC Jobs with SIN and valid ID. Apprentices need training agreement from provincial authority.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) - Job Bank