Welding Jobs in Alberta
A Welder in the construction industry plays a vital role in the building and repairing of structures, equipment, and various types of machinery. They use intense heat to fuse metal pieces together, following detailed schematic drawings to assemble structural metal products, such as frameworks or shells for machinery or metal parts for buildings or bridges. A knowledgeable welder not only performs welding tasks but also handles materials planning, preparation, and setup for welding. They also ensure the use of correct welding procedures to meet specifications, inspect structures or materials to be welded, and maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Key skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, technical skills, physical strength and stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Welders should be adept at using hand and power tools and have a keen understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques. Most employers require welders to have a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete vocational training or an apprenticeship in welding. Some jobs may also require Welding Certification from a recognized institution such as the American Welding Society (AWS). Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might work as a Welder's Helper, Welding Intern, or a Fabricator.
beams, tower sections, and round bars Running hot spray transfers Stand-off welding, jigs, and tacking Welding piping and flanges Working primarily with MCAW in flat position Some MIG welding (a bonus...
Welder Apprentice - CNRL Maintenance (Fort McMurray, AB)
- Buffalo, AB
- 6 days ago
- Buffalo, AB
- 6 days ago
determine requirements of the job Join or sever metals in beams, vessels, piping, and other metal components Utilize different processes and fillers depending on the Client requirements Clean and check weld...
completed repairs Use knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright Certification or Provincial Journeyperson Welding...
Responsibilities and Duties Read and interpret welding process specifications. Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments....
on heavy steel plate components Interpret blueprints and welding diagrams Fit, tack, and weld parts according to specifications Operate Oxy/Fuel torches and other cutting tools Maintain quality control...
techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, stick welding)....
arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding, and submerged arc welding (SAW)....
Conduct visual inspections and non-destructive testing (NDT) of welds as required. Ensure welds meet all safety and quality standards per industry codes....
Welders - Journeyman and Apprentice - Evening Shift
- Calgary, AB
- 30+ days ago
- Calgary, AB
- 30+ days ago
Experience in a heavy structural steel welding and fabrication environment is considered an asset. Experience with SMAW/FCAW/MCAW/GMAW welding is essential, other welding experience is an asset....
arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding, and submerged arc welding (SAW)....
arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding, and submerged arc welding (SAW)....
Essential Responsibilities: Fit-up Weldment per required mechanical engineered drawing and product specifications. Setup CC and CV welding machines to achieve desired quality results....
Essential Responsibilities: Fit-up Weldment per required mechanical engineered drawing and product specifications. Setup CC and CV welding machines to achieve desired quality results....
Proficient in arc welding (SMAW), wire feed welding (GMAW), cutting of steel, and gouging....
lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of equipment and machinery Inspect equipment for Cracks using mag particle and di penetrant testing Weld...
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Welding positions.
Highest Education Level
Weldings in Alberta offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Welding position
- Combo Welder
- ARC Gouging
- Stainless Steel Welding
- Submerged Arc Welding
- Air Carbon Arc Cutting
- Aluminum Welding
- SMAW Welding
- Tack Welding
- Torch Cutting
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Structural Steel Framework
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Blueprints
- Plasma Cutting
- Flux Cored Arc Welding
- MIG Welding
- Welding Fabrication
- Technical Drawings
- Structural Welding
- Pipe Welding
- Brazing
- Overhead Crane
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Stick Welding
- TIG Welding
- Calipers
- Grinding
- Metal Fabrication
- Arc welding
- Sheet Metal
- Hand Tools
- Rigging
- Crane Operator
- Fabricating
- Blueprint Reading
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Installation
- Long-Term Disability
- Welding
- Quality Control Inspection
- General Repair
- Specifications
- Assembly
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Reading
- Reimbursement
- Engineering
- Math
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Education Experience
- Regulations
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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