Rig Welder

ONEX River Inc.; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEX River Inc. seeks experienced Rig Welders to support oil and gas fabrication at our Sturgeon County facility and field projects.

You will provide a fully equipped welding rig, weld to procedures and client specs, and work both in shop and on active sites, with occasional overtime and travel. You must hold a Journeyperson Welder certification with Red Seal and Alberta B-Pressure Welder qualifications, plus relevant pressure welding credentials, and be able to read drawings and weld maps to

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Welder certification and valid Alberta B-Pressure Welder qualifications.
• Minimum strong experience in oil and gas fabrication and field welding.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings, weld maps, and isometric drawings.
• Must supply a fully equipped welding rig suitable for industrial oil and gas work.
• Willingness to travel between shop and field sites and to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a fully equipped welding rig suitable for industrial oil and gas fabrication and field work.
• Weld piping, fittings, and structural components per procedures and specs.
• Perform SMAW and GTAW welding as required by project specs.
• Complete pressure welding for piping fabrication, installation, tie-ins, and repairs.
• Read and interpret drawings, weld maps, and related specs.
• Prepare joints and materials for welding (fitting, cleaning, beveling).
• Ensure welds meet codes and ONEX River quality requirements.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Travel between shop and field sites; participate in pre-job planning.
• Report deficiencies promptly.

Skills

SMAW welding

GTAW welding

Read weld maps

Field welding

Independence

Education

Journeyperson Welder

Red Seal

B-Pressure Welder Certificate

Tools

Welding rig

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Build More Than Just a Job

At ONEX River, our team is the foundation of our success. We’re skilled, hands-on professionals dedicated to every project, whether it’s industrial construction, fabrication at our Sturgeon County facility, or managing critical shutdowns. When you join us, you become part of a team that values hard work, dependability, and pride in what we do. Here, you’ll build more than just a career—you’ll gain valuable skills, create lasting connections, and contribute to meaningful projects. Together, we’re committed to delivering high-quality work that makes a real impact.

Who We Are

ONEX River is a proudly 100% Indigenous-owned construction company rooted in Sturgeon County. As a general contractor, with multiple construction services including Structural, Mechanical Construction, Scaffolding, and Electrical, we bring hands-on expertise across a wide range of industrial construction services. Our team is dedicated to delivering quality, safety, and results you can count on. With a commitment to hard work and reliability, ONEX River has become a trusted partner in the oil and gas industry, focused on meeting each client's unique needs with the highest standards of service.

Career Details

Job Title: Rig Welder

Number of Openings: Multiple

Job Type: Full-Time / Temporary

Schedule: Supporting our Sturgeon County Fabrication Shop and field projects. Overtime, shift work, and field assignments may be required based on project needs.

Location: Sturgeon County / Fort Saskatchewan Area, Alberta

Position Summary

ONEX River is seeking experienced Rig Welders to support oil and gas fabrication work at our Sturgeon County facility as well as industrial field and site projects. Reporting to the Shop or Site Supervisor, successful candidates will provide their own fully equipped welding rig and perform high-quality welding in accordance with approved welding procedures, applicable codes and standards, client specifications, and ONEX River quality and safety requirements.

The successful candidates will have strong experience in oil and gas fabrication and field construction and must be capable of working independently from their rig in both shop and active industrial site environments.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Provide and maintain a fully equipped welding rig suitable for industrial oil and gas fabrication and field work.
• Perform welding on piping, fittings, structural components, and related equipment in accordance with approved welding procedures and project specifications.
• Perform SMAW and GTAW welding processes as required by project specifications and approved procedures.
• Complete pressure welding as required for piping fabrication, installation, tie-ins, repairs, and other industrial construction activities.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, isometric drawings, weld maps, specifications, and applicable welding procedures.
• Prepare joints and materials for welding, including fitting, cleaning, grinding, beveling, and inspecting weld preparation.
• Complete welds in accordance with applicable codes, client specifications, and ONEX River quality requirements.
• Ensure proper welding techniques, consumables, preheat, interpass temperatures, and other applicable welding requirements are followed.
• Work closely with Pipefitters, Quality Control personnel, supervisors, and other trades to meet fabrication and field requirements.
• Complete required welding documentation and maintain proper identification and traceability of welds.
• Inspect completed work for quality and immediately report any deficiencies or concerns.
• Maintain welding machines, leads, tools, and other rig equipment in safe and reliable working condition.
• Maintain compliance with ONEX River and client safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and pre-job planning.
• Work safely in both fabrication shop and active oil and gas field environments.
• Travel between the Sturgeon County Fabrication Shop and field/site locations as required.
• Be available for overtime, shift work, weekends, and field assignments as required.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Journeyperson Welder Certificate or recognized interprovincial Red Seal certification.
• Valid Alberta B-Pressure Welder Certificate.
• Current pressure welding qualifications/tickets applicable to the work being performed.
• Must supply a fully equipped and properly maintained welding rig suitable for industrial oil and gas work.
• Demonstrated experience with SMAW and GTAW welding processes.
• Previous oil and gas pressure piping, fabrication, and field welding experience is required.
• Experience working from a welding rig in both fabrication shop and field/site environments is required.
• Ability to read and interpret welding procedures, fabrication drawings, isometric drawings, weld maps, and specifications.
• Must successfully complete any required weld testing prior to commencing work.
• CSTS 2020.
• WHMIS 2015.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Strong knowledge of industry-related safe work practices.
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, organized, and self-motivated.
• Physically capable of performing the requirements of the position and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

ONEX River is an equal opportunity employer. Positions are filled through open competition, with selection based on job-related skills, training, experience, and overall suitability.