Company
Matrix Service Co
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job type
Full-time
Posted
25 days ago
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Position: 3 O'clock and Tractor Operator/Journeyperson Welder
Location: Nepean
Overview
3 O'clock and Tractor Operator/Journeyperson Welder
Job Category
:
Field/Craft
Requisition Number
: 3
OCLO
005221
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Description
Must be able to pass a 2G test with SAW process. Must have knowledge on maintaining and repairing the 3 O'clock and tractor and is familiar with Sub-Arc process.
Responsible for performing welding and grinding functions per job specifications. Selects equipment and plans layout and assembly of welding. Works closely and interacts with supervision. Works with precise limits and standards of accuracy. Able to weld in all positions – horizontal, vertical, flat, and overhead.
This position will be used to fill a spot at Suncor job located in Milden, SK.
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Location: Nepean
Overview
3 O'clock and Tractor Operator/Journeyperson Welder
Job Category
:
Field/Craft
Requisition Number
: 3
OCLO
005221
Apply now.
Locations
:
Showing 1 location
Description
Must be able to pass a 2G test with SAW process. Must have knowledge on maintaining and repairing the 3 O'clock and tractor and is familiar with Sub-Arc process.
Responsible for performing welding and grinding functions per job specifications. Selects equipment and plans layout and assembly of welding. Works closely and interacts with supervision. Works with precise limits and standards of accuracy. Able to weld in all positions – horizontal, vertical, flat, and overhead.
This position will be used to fill a spot at Suncor job located in Milden, SK.
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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
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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)
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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
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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