Welders Helper

Strike Group; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Western Canada is seeking Welders Helpers to support skilled tradespeople in various welding and cutting activities. This role emphasizes safety and teamwork, fostering a community-minded environment that values professional development. Ideal candidates will be 1st or 2nd year registered Apprentice Welders, ready to contribute to a culture of respect and inclusivity. Join a company recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, where your efforts will directly impact the success of diverse construction and maintenance projects across the region.

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates are 1st or 2nd year registered Apprentice Welders.
• Previous facility construction & maintenance experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled tradespeople in welding, brazing, and cutting activities.
• Lift, move, and hold workpieces manually or with tools.

Skills

Interpret Acorn drawings

Lift up to 50 pounds

Comfortable working outdoors

Pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing

Education

1st or 2nd year registered Apprentice Welder

Job description

Position Summary

Welders Helpers assist skilled tradespeople in welding, brazing, and thermal and arc cutting activities, and perform labour activities at various construction and project sites.

Employees are expected to support a "culture of safety," adhere to Strike’s Code of Conduct and Values, and treat others with dignity, respect, and fairness.

Position Details

• Based out of our Whitecourt location
• Candidates local to Whitecourt preferred

Core Accountabilities

• Interpret Acorn drawings
• Help fit pipe spools
• Lift, move, and hold or clamp workpieces manually or with tools
• Clean workpieces to remove impurities
• Connect hoses and cables for welding activities
• Start engines on electric generators
• Remove tags or marks and move finished work
• Attach grappling equipment for moving by crane

Qualifications

Education

• 1st or 2nd year registered Apprentice Welder preferred

Experience

• Previous facility construction & maintenance experience is an asset

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing
• Interpret Acorn drawings
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working outdoors

Why work for Strike

Based in Western Canada with a head office in Calgary, Alberta, we provide energy and industrial construction and maintenance services across Canada’s largest geographical area.

At Strike, we demonstrate leadership, drive, creativity, and initiative. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2007 and at the Platinum Level since 2018, we foster a stable, safe, and community-minded environment that supports professional development and upward mobility.

Our culture emphasizes safety, physical and mental health, inclusivity, and respect. Strike Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Join our growing company with a small business feel.