Welder (2nd year Minimum)

Welder (2nd year Minimum)

Edmonton, Canada

Company
Drill Rite Services
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$23–$28 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Summary

Drill Rite Services Ltd. is currently looking for an Welder to join our growing team. As a leader in the screw pile industry, we are committed to providing high quality, innovative, engineered foundation products, distributed and installed by our installers for permanent helical pier. Aside from our highly trained team of professionals and our commitment to customer service, we also manufacture our own screw piles in our Canadian Welding Bureau Certified shop which ensures a top quality product custom made for each job; work along side our customers to ensure our screw piles meet the demands of even the toughest soil conditions; ensure every project is completed on time, on budget and meets the highest of workmanship standards; and custom manufacture pile caps and brackets to meet the specific needs of each job.

As Welder, you will:

· have at least 1 year of welding experience

· be prepared to follow all required health and safety procedures;

· have experience handling materials;

· be able to cut pipe to proper measurements;

· be able to load and unload heavy materials to and from various vehicles and machine;

· have skid steer training;

· be able to work in a shop/yard environment;

· have excellent communication and problem solving skills;

· be willing and able to work night shift when required;

· demonstrate the ability to think critically, act logically to evaluate situations; solve problems, and make decisions;

· have experience working in the industrial industry and or construction industry;

· Collaborates with coworkers (labourers and operators) to perform safe and efficient set-up (including adjustments) of workstations, tools, equipment, and raw materials for an effective team environment;

· Understands various weld form symbols on weld drawings and understand size of fillet required;

· Takes accountability for workmanship, welds to Drill Rite quality standards and addresses deficiencies immediately.

PROFICIENCIES

· Teamwork and Collaboration

· Analytical Thinking

· Safety Oriented

· Flexibility

· Initiative

· Decision Making

· Commitment to Learning

· Organizational Awareness

Work Remotely
• No

Qualifications
• Proficiency in welding
• Ability to read blueprints and perform quality inspections
• Strong mathematical skills for precise measurements
• Knowledge of industrial construction and materials handling
• Certification in forklift operation
• Excellent communication skills for team collaboration
• Capable of loading and unloading materials efficiently

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:
• English (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Class 5 Drivers Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:
• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada

Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in Canada in 2026?
The median hourly wage for welders (NOC 72106) in Canada is $31.25 as of January 2026, with low wages at $22.00 per hour and high wages at $40.50 per hour. Full-time annual earnings average $65,000 based on 40 hours per week. These figures reflect national data across all provinces.
Q What work permit do international welders need to work in Canada?
International welders require an employer-specific work permit supported by a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) costing $1,000, or qualify via Global Talent Stream with 10-day processing. Fees include $155 for the work permit application and $85 biometrics. Welders (TEER 2) may use Express Entry Federal Skilled Trades with 2 years full-time experience.
Q What education and experience qualify me for welder jobs in Canada?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required to start a welder apprenticeship, which totals 6,720 hours including 6,000 on-the-job and 720 classroom hours over 4 years. At least 1-2 years experience is needed for journeyperson status via provincial exam. Red Seal certification confirms national standards.
Q What documents do I need to apply for welder jobs in Canada?
Submit a resume listing welding tickets, CWB certifications, apprenticeship hours, and safety training like WHMIS 2015 and confined space entry. Include proof of Red Seal or provincial journeyperson certificate and 3 references. For immigrants, add work permit and language test results like IELTS CLB 5.
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