Heavy Duty Equipment Welder

Industrial Metalwork Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Comprehensive benefits

Accommodations provided

Dental care

Extended health care

Job summary

Industrial Metalwork Inc. in Alberta is seeking a Journeyman Heavy-Duty Equipment Welder to perform high-quality welding, fabrication, and repair on mining equipment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience, Journeyman certification, and proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and oxy-fuel cutting. Must read blueprints and maintain safety standards; a clean driver’s license is required for mobile welding trucks.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Welder Certification required.
• 3–5 years' experience with heavy industrial/mining equipment.
• Proficient in SMAW, FCAW, oxy-fuel cutting.
• Experience welding high-strength steels and wear-resistant materials.
• Able to work in all weather and challenging environments.
• Familiar with mine safety procedures and OH&S regulations.
• Valid driver's license with clean abstract; able to operate mobile welding trucks.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs and fabrications on heavy-duty mining equipment.
• Inspect for wear, cracks and component failures.
• Read blueprints and repair manuals; follow procedures.
• Operate cutting torches, grinders and shop equipment.
• Maintain records of repairs and materials used.
• Ensure safety and regulatory standards are met.

Skills

SMAW

FCAW

Oxy-fuel cutting

Blueprint reading

Education

Journeyman Welder Certification

Tools

Welding trucks operation

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Heavy-Duty Equipment Welder to join our team. This position is responsible for performing high‑quality welding, fabrication, and repair work on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment used in coal mining. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs and fabrications on heavy-duty mining equipment, including:
• Shovels
• Loaders
• Excavators
• Other surface mining equipment
• Conduct inspections to identify structural wear, cracks, and component failures.
• Execute FCAW & SMAW welding processes with precision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and repair manuals.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance teams to diagnose issues and minimize equipment downtime.
• Operate cutting torches, grinders, and other shop fabrication tools.
• Ensure all work meets safety, regulatory, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, materials used, and equipment condition.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Welder Certification (Required)
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with heavy industrial or mining equipment.
• Strong proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and oxy‑fuel cutting.
• Experience welding high‑strength steels and wear-resistant materials
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and challenging environments.
• Familiarity with mine safety procedures and OH&S regulations
• Valid driver’s license with clean abstract; ability to operate mobile welding trucks

Preferred Assets

• Previous experience in the coal mining industry.
• Mobile equipment maintenance background.
• First Aid

Required Tickets

• Elevated Work Platform
• Fall Protection

What We Offer

• Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits.
• A strong safety-first culture.
• Accommodations provided

About Industrial Metalwork Inc.

Industrial Metalwork Inc. is a mining and facility company based out of Tumbler Ridge BC and Grande Prairie, Alberta. We specialize in providing shop and field fabrication for facility and modular construction, maintenance and operations work on mining equipment, and fabrication for companies across Canada.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43.00-$50.00 per hour

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tumbler Ridge, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)