Field Welding Truck Operator: Mobile Rig & Fabrication

Ponoka AB; Ponoka; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Contracting is seeking a Mobile Welding Truck Operator to perform field welding, fabrication and repairs on construction and industrial equipment at customer sites in Ponoka, AB. This full-time, on-site role requires driving to job sites, setting up welding gear, reading drawings, and delivering high-quality welds across diverse environments.

The ideal candidate will have CDL Class A, DOT knowledge, welding fabrication skills, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A and safe truck driving experience required.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation safety standards.
• Experience loading and unloading equipment and materials from a welding truck.
• Proficiency in welding and fabrication, including field welding and equipment repair.
• Strong safety mindset with adherence to construction/industrial safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work orders and specs.
• Good physical stamina for outdoor environments across terrains.
• Effective communication and collaboration with supervisors and crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate a mobile welding truck on job sites.
• Perform field welding, fabrication and on-site repairs.
• Drive to sites, set up equipment and ensure weld quality.
• Coordinate with project supervisors and crew, follow safety procedures.
• Maintain tools, welding equipment and the truck in good order.
• Accurately document work performed and comply with regulations.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT compliance

Field welding

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Reading work orders

Education

Journeyperson welder

Tools

Welding truck equipment

Job description

Company Description Young Contracting partners with leading providers of screw and driven piles and major Oil and Gas companies, delivering high-quality work across multiple sectors. The company has expanded into Power Transmission and Distribution, Agriculture, Commercial and Industrial Construction, Municipal and Residential projects, and custom fabrication and repairs. Young Contracting is recognized for its expertise on large-scale construction projects across Canada’s varied and challenging terrains. Its fleet includes fully rigged welding trucks, a mobile welding picker truck, and mobile UTV units for hard-to-access or environmentally sensitive sites. A strong commitment to safety and workmanship underpins the company’s promise of “Welding Done Right.”

Role Description The Mobile Welding Truck Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in Ponoka, AB. The individual in this role operates a mobile welding truck to perform field welding, fabrication, and repairs on construction and industrial equipment at customer locations. Day-to-day tasks include driving to job sites, setting up and safely operating welding equipment, reading and interpreting drawings or instructions, and completing quality welds in a variety of environments and terrains. The role involves coordinating with project supervisors and other crew members, following company and client safety procedures, and maintaining tools, welding equipment, and the truck in good working order. The operator is also responsible for accurate documentation of work performed and adherence to applicable transportation and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Commercial driving skills, including CDL Class A and safe Truck Driving experience.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations and compliance with applicable transportation safety standards.
• Experience with loading and Unloading equipment and materials safely from a welding truck.
• Proficiency in welding and fabrication, including field welding, equipment repair, and use of related tools.
• Strong safety mindset, with experience following construction or industrial safety procedures and protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, and job specifications.
• Good physical stamina and ability to work in varying outdoor conditions and on diverse terrains.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with supervisors, clients, and crew members.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., journeyperson welder or equivalent) and clean driving record are preferred.