Welder (2nd year Minimum)

Welder (2nd year Minimum)


Company
Drill Rite Services
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$23–$28 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Summary

Drill Rite Services Ltd. is currently looking for an Welder to join our growing team. As a leader in the screw pile industry, we are committed to providing high quality, innovative, engineered foundation products, distributed and installed by our installers for permanent helical pier. Aside from our highly trained team of professionals and our commitment to customer service, we also manufacture our own screw piles in our Canadian Welding Bureau Certified shop which ensures a top quality product custom made for each job; work along side our customers to ensure our screw piles meet the demands of even the toughest soil conditions; ensure every project is completed on time, on budget and meets the highest of workmanship standards; and custom manufacture pile caps and brackets to meet the specific needs of each job.

As Welder, you will:

· have at least 1 year of welding experience

· be prepared to follow all required health and safety procedures;

· have experience handling materials;

· be able to cut pipe to proper measurements;

· be able to load and unload heavy materials to and from various vehicles and machine;

· have skid steer training;

· be able to work in a shop/yard environment;

· have excellent communication and problem solving skills;

· be willing and able to work night shift when required;

· demonstrate the ability to think critically, act logically to evaluate situations; solve problems, and make decisions;

· have experience working in the industrial industry and or construction industry;

· Collaborates with coworkers (labourers and operators) to perform safe and efficient set-up (including adjustments) of workstations, tools, equipment, and raw materials for an effective team environment;

· Understands various weld form symbols on weld drawings and understand size of fillet required;

· Takes accountability for workmanship, welds to Drill Rite quality standards and addresses deficiencies immediately.

PROFICIENCIES

· Teamwork and Collaboration

· Analytical Thinking

· Safety Oriented

· Flexibility

· Initiative

· Decision Making

· Commitment to Learning

· Organizational Awareness

Work Remotely
• No

Qualifications
• Proficiency in welding
• Ability to read blueprints and perform quality inspections
• Strong mathematical skills for precise measurements
• Knowledge of industrial construction and materials handling
• Certification in forklift operation
• Excellent communication skills for team collaboration
• Capable of loading and unloading materials efficiently

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:
• English (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Class 5 Drivers Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:
• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for packing jobs in Ontario as of 2026?
The Ontario Ministry of Labour sets the general minimum wage at $18.15 per hour effective January 1 2026 for all packing and warehouse roles. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 44 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level packers.
Q Do international applicants need a work permit for packing jobs in Canada in 2026?
Yes, foreign nationals require a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program before starting any packing position. Employers must obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment confirming no Canadian worker is available with processing fees of $1,000 paid to Employment and Social Development Canada.
Q What education and experience are required for packing jobs in Canada?
No formal education beyond high school completion is mandated for packing roles according to the National Occupational Classification 75101. Employers accept zero to six months of warehouse experience with mandatory WHMIS and forklift certification completed within the first 30 days of hire.
Q What documents are needed to apply for packing jobs through Service Canada in 2026?
Applicants must submit a SIN card, valid government photo ID, and a completed Record of Employment from prior roles via the Service Canada portal. Online applications through the Job Bank require uploading these documents plus a two-year address history before any interview scheduling.
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