CWB Welder FCAW (with fitting experience)
Company
Precision Fabrication Inc.
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30–$35 an hour
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Reporting to the Shop manager, the welder must be able to perform the duties of welding carbon steel to meet CWB requirements,
CWB ticket: SMAW, FCAW (F/H minimum)
Structural, plate / sheet experience
Tolerance is 1/16"
Minimum 40 - 44 hours per week
Must be available for immediate start to work
Specific Duties, but not limited to:
- Ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently.
- Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment.
- Removes rough spots from work, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
- Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc
- Read engineering drawings and specifications.
- Develops templates and other fixtures to hold and align parts.
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
- maintaining QA/QC policies and procedures
- Making sure that products are produced on time and good quality
- Maintaining equipment
Qualifications:
- 2nd, 3rd year apprentices or Journeyman
-CWB certified MANDATORY
-FCAW certified MANDATORY
-Structural experience an asset
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES.
Currently, only accepting applicants local to the Edmonton and surrounding area
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Additional pay:
• Overtime pay
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
Schedule:
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
CWB ticket: SMAW, FCAW (F/H minimum)
Structural, plate / sheet experience
Tolerance is 1/16"
Minimum 40 - 44 hours per week
Must be available for immediate start to work
Specific Duties, but not limited to:
- Ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently.
- Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment.
- Removes rough spots from work, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
- Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc
- Read engineering drawings and specifications.
- Develops templates and other fixtures to hold and align parts.
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
- maintaining QA/QC policies and procedures
- Making sure that products are produced on time and good quality
- Maintaining equipment
Qualifications:
- 2nd, 3rd year apprentices or Journeyman
-CWB certified MANDATORY
-FCAW certified MANDATORY
-Structural experience an asset
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES.
Currently, only accepting applicants local to the Edmonton and surrounding area
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Additional pay:
• Overtime pay
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
Schedule:
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
