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 Welder Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Canada as of 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada sets the federal minimum wage at $18.75 per hour effective January 1 2026, though provincial rates for welders range from $20.50 in Nova Scotia to $23.00 in British Columbia. Unionized welders under Red Seal certification earn an average of $35.75 per hour with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours weekly.
Q What work permit is required for international welders applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment issued after March 2026, valid for up to three years for Red Seal trades. Applicants must also hold a valid passport and proof of $15,000 CAD in settlement funds for the principal applicant.
Q What education and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada in 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada requires completion of a 3-year apprenticeship program or equivalent 5,400 hours of on-the-job training plus technical training for Red Seal endorsement. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED and must pass the Red Seal exam with a minimum 70 percent score.
Q What documents are required when applying for welder positions through the Canadian government portal in 2026?
Applicants must submit a Red Seal certificate, valid trade qualification from a recognized provincial authority, and a Canadian resume formatted to the National Occupational Classification code 72106 via the Job Bank portal by December 2026. Additional documents include a valid driver's license and proof of Canadian work eligibility.
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