Apprentice / Journeyperson Ironworkers (Structural)

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LOA & Travel Allowance

Extended health benefits (CLAC)

Weekly wage payments

Job summary

Ledcor seeks skilled Journeyperson or Apprentice Ironworkers for a major industrial expansion project in Fort Saskatchewan, AB. You will erect, install, and align structural steel components per engineered drawings, perform bolt-up and rigging, and execute lifts with certified safety protocols.

Ideal candidates have a provincial journeyperson ticket (or registered apprentice status), fall protection certification, and prior industrial construction experience.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Ironworker ticket from a recognized provincial training authority.
• Apprentice Ironworkers must be registered with a provincial training authority.
• Previous industrial construction experience.
• Must be able to work from heights.
• Fall Protection Certification.
• Valid government ID.
• Project online orientations must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Erect, install, and align structural steel components (beams, columns, platforms, pipe racks) per engineered drawings.
• Perform bolt-up, torqueing, and structural assembly to specification.
• Execute rigging and signaling for crane lifts, guiding loads safely into place.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and lift plans to support accurate installation.
• Complete FLHAs and follow all site safety procedures, including fall protection and permit systems.
• Operate and inspect tools, rigging equipment, and access equipment.
• Support material handling, site organization, and crew activities.
• Complete tasks safely, efficiently, and within project deadlines, following Ledcor’s high standards for safety and quality.

Skills

Ironworker ticket

Fall Protection Certification

Work at heights

Job description

Description

Are you a skilled Apprentice or Journeyperson Ironworker looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a major industrial project?

At Ledcor, we take pride in safety, quality, and craftsmanship, and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our team for a major expansion project in Fort Saskatchewan, AB.

Join the True Blue Ledcor team!

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Essential Responsibilities

• Erect, install, and align structural steel components (beams, columns, platforms, pipe racks) per engineered drawings
• Perform bolt-up, torqueing, and structural assembly to specification
• Execute rigging and signaling for crane lifts, guiding loads safely into place
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and lift plans to support accurate installation
• Complete FLHAs and follow all site safety procedures, including fall protection and permit systems
• Operate and inspect tools, rigging equipment, and access equipment
• Support material handling, site organization, and crew activities
• Complete tasks safely, efficiently, and within project deadlines, following Ledcor’s high standards for safety and quality

Requirements

• Journeyperson Ironworker ticket from a recognized provincial training authority
• Apprentice Ironworkers must be registered with a provincial training authority
• Previous industrial construction experience
• Must be able to work from heights
• Fall Protection Certification
• Valid government ID
• Project online orientations must be completed

Work Conditions

• Work schedule: 10 days on / 4 days off or 5 days on / 2 days off
• LOA & Travel Allowance available
• Location: Fort Saskatchewan, AB
• Extended health benefits provided by CLAC
• Weekly payment of Wages

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.