Welder Apprentice

Precision Drilling Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Precision Drilling Corporation in Calgary is seeking an Apprentice Welder to support Journeyman Welders by fabricating, assembling, and repairing drilling rig components while gaining hands-on experience. You will learn welding techniques and read blueprints in a shop setting.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and teamwork as you develop foundational skills in GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW under guided supervision. Competitive benefits and steady training accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of first period of vocational welding training or apprenticeship in progress.
• Read structural blueprints and welding symbols is an asset.
• Strong commitment to safety and knowledge of PPE.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, and repair drilling rig components per engineering drawings and quality standards
• Perform basic welding using GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW in shop
• Apply foundational knowledge of welding techniques, metal properties, and trade math to support fabrication tasks
• Follow proper lifting, rigging, and hoisting practices in accordance with safety standards
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment while supporting general shop operations and team activities

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Hand & power tools basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

First period of vocational welding training or equivalent apprenticeship in progress

Tools

GMAW welding

FCAW welding

MCAW welding

Manual & semi-automatic equipment

Job description

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At Precision Drilling, our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performance drilling solutions that reduce risks and optimize resources for our customers across global markets. Driven by our Core Values, we empower our people, invest in cutting-edge technology, and foster lasting relationships built on integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

The Apprentice, Welder supports Journeyman Welders in fabricating, manufacturing, and repairing drilling rig components while gaining hands ‑ on experience in the trade. This role focuses on developing foundational welding skills by working on basic projects and building technical knowledge in a shop environment.

CULTURE:
Precision Drilling fosters a strong safety culture through our Human Organizational Performance (HOP) approach, focusing on learning, communication, and supporting our people. We invest in career growth through continuous training and development, encourage balance with competitive benefits and generous time off, and foster a team-oriented workplace grounded in integrity and trust. When you join Precision, you join a company that puts people first.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Fabricate, fit, and repair drilling rig components and equipment according to engineering drawings and quality standards
• Perform basic welding using GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW processes with manual and semi-automatic equipment
• Apply foundational knowledge of welding techniques, metal properties, and trade math to support fabrication tasks
• Follow proper lifting, rigging, and hoisting practices in accordance with safety standards
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment while supporting general shop operations and team activities

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of the first period of vocational welding training or equivalent apprenticeship in progress
• Minimum 1+ year of shop or manufacturing experience preferred, with progress toward required on-the-jobtraining hours
• Ability to read structural blueprints and welding symbols is an asset
• Strong commitment to safety, with working knowledge of OHS regulations, WHMIS, and proper PPE use
• Detail-oriented, self-motivatedteam player with good communication skills and a basic understanding of hand and power tools

Take your career to new heights with Precision Drilling—where innovation, safety, and opportunity drive success—.