Fabrication Welder

Perma Corp; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Apprenticeship opportunities and on‑go

Team-oriented workplace

Safety-first culture

Potential for overtime

Job summary

Perma Corp is seeking a Fabrication Welder in Edmonton, Alberta. The role focuses on welding and fabricating aluminum components, using various shop equipment, and ensuring high-quality output.

The position requires physical fitness, safety awareness, and the ability to read technical drawings. You will work in a dynamic metal fabrication team, advancing through hands-on training and apprenticeship opportunities, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and quality craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal fabrication and welding in a shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with fabrication equipment and bending machines is a plus.
• Strong safety mindset and physical capability to handle materials.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld metal components based on technical drawings, mainly aluminum.
• Operate shop equipment such as welders, saws, shears, and bending machines.
• Check finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Move and handle materials up to 50 lbs / 23 kg.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and collaborate with teammates on projects.

Skills

Metal fabrication

Welding

Reading blueprints

Manual dexterity

English communication

Education

AIT registration

Tools

AutoCAD familiarity

Job description

Fabrication Welder

Edmonton, Alberta

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$21 - $35

Join Our Team

We're looking for motivated, hands-on individuals to become part of our growing metal fabrication team. If you enjoy working with tools, building quality products, and being part of a supportive crew, this could be the right fit for you.

About The Role

In this position, you'll be involved in the fabrication and welding of metal components, primarily aluminum. The role suits someone who is adaptable, comfortable working with various equipment, and takes pride in producing precise, high-quality work.

This is an active job that involves moving materials and working across different areas of the shop, so a good level of physical fitness is important.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive starting wages ranging from $21.00 to $35.00 per hour (Depending upon trade year experience)
• Comprehensive benefits plan.
• Apprenticeship Opportunities and ongoing training to help you advance in the skilled trades
• A team-oriented workplace that supports growth and development
• A safety-first culture with a focus on employee well-being
• Opportunities for additional hours when available

What You'll Be Doing

• Fabricating and welding metal components based on technical drawings
• Working mainly with aluminum materials
• Operating shop equipment such as welders, saws, shears, and bending machines
• Checking finished products to ensure quality standards are met
• Handling and moving materials (up to 50 lbs / 23 kg)
• Keeping your work area clean and safe
• Collaborating with team members to complete projects efficiently

What You Bring

• A strong safety mindset with a safety record to match
• High attention to detail and steady hand-eye coordination
• Ability to lift and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the day
• Comfortable reading measurements in metric (imperial is a bonus)
• Good communication skills in English (spoken and written)
• An ability to produce high quality results quickly
• Dependable, honest, and safety-conscious work habits
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Experience & Skills

• Background in metal fabrication, welding, or working with aluminum/steel
• Five (5) or more years of experience in a fabrication shop preferred
• Must be registered with AIT
• Experience reading shop drawings or blueprints
• Understanding of AutoCAD an asset, but not required
• Familiarity with fabrication equipment and bending machines
• Experience using hand tools like drills and grinders
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on different tasks as needed

Why Work With Us?

You'll be joining a company that values employee safety, hard work, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We take pride in the products we build and the people who build them.

Disclosure: Due to the number of applicants, we make use of AI-driven software for portions of our review process, however all final decisions are made by people. All candidates who participate in the interview process will be followed up with.

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