B Pressure Welder

B Pressure Welder


Company
ALCO Inc.
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
23 days ago
Via
via Eluta.ca

Job Description
B Pressure Welder

ALCO GAS & oil production equipment ltd – Edmonton, AB

Job description

ALCO Gas & Oil designs, fabricates, and assembles oil and gas processing equipment for the domestic and global market. Alco is seeking B-Pressure Welders to work within our production facility.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Reporting to the department foreman, the successful candidate’s duties include, but are not limited to:
β€’ The ability to use tools and equipment safely, while abiding by the health and safety rules
β€’ Maintaining a clean and organized work area, and helping others maintain their work area
β€’ Basic fabrication experience and skill set with pressure vessel manufacturing
β€’ Welding of pressure vessels
β€’ Fitment of pressure vessels to meet drawing and code requirements
β€’ Working at heights is required, training will be provided

Preferred Skills:

In this role, the successful candidates will have:
β€’ 3+ years of experience in welding and fabrication of pressure vessels
β€’ Pre-test required to be passed
β€’ Ability to weld with the following practices: SMAW and GMAW
β€’ Ability to perform well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
β€’ Excellent communication, attitude, collaborative skills and ability to follow directions
β€’ Ability to lift up to 60lbs, work at heights, be agile and able to go on/off equipment, up/down ladders

Working Conditions:
β€’ You will work in a large manufacturing facility with other trades present
β€’ Longer than 8.0 hour work days may be required with short notice, must be available to work weekends when needed
β€’ Outside/inside work
β€’ Physically demanding position

Culture
β€’ Promote a culture that supports our health and safety program, ethical business practices, individual integrity, social responsibility and operational performance.
β€’ Promote and support a culture of effective communication between all departments to support achieving our operational and strategic goals.
β€’ Promote and support a culture of teamwork and cooperation throughout all departments within Alco Gas & Oil.

ALCO would like to thank all applicants for their interest. However only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
β€’ Company pension
β€’ Dental care
β€’ Extended health care
β€’ Life insurance
β€’ On-site parking

Schedule:
β€’ 10 hour shift
β€’ Day shift
β€’ Night shift
β€’ Overtime

Supplemental pay types:
β€’ Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:

ALCO Gas & Oil follows all provincial health orders and guidelines.

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

Experience:
β€’ Pressure Vessels: 3 years (preferred)

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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