Weldco Heavy Industries (WHI) is a large steel fabrication and repair facility located in the Fort McKay Caribou Energy Park. Strategically positioned in the heart of Alberta’s Oil Sands, WHI is able to effectively meet the requirements for large steel repair, assembly and refurbishment in the industry.

Our Culture

WHI prides itself on maintaining a strong culture of safety, hard work, and pleasing our customers with high quality customer service and products. We have an all-hands-on deck attitude where everyone has a genuine interest in the company's success. We all know if the company does well, we all do well. We are looking for like-minded people who will support our culture.

Weldco Heavy Industries is currently recruiting a Journeyperson Welder for the Fort MacKay location on a 2 weeks on/ 2 weeks off rotation, 12-hour shifts. Reporting to the Shop Foreman your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following;

What you will do:

Repair/rebuild of large mining equipment including; heavy haul truck boxes, dozer blades, shovel clam/backwall dippers

What you bring to the position:

• Proficiency in all position use of: GMAW, FCAW, SMAW; all sizes of weld wire
• Reading and interpretation of blueprints
• Proficient in the use of oxy/fuel cutting equipment, electric welding machines
• Active participation in Safety Programs
• Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work environment at all times
• Preference will be given to applicants that have worked on Oil Sands sites and demonstrate sustained safety consciousness

Your qualifications:

• Certified Red Seal or Alberta Journeyperson Welder
• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• Valid fall protection & elevated work platform certificate
• Additional valid safety certifications is an asset

What we bring:

• Competitive pay, along with shift premiums
• A living allowance will be provided
• Rewards - service rewards, employee discounts
• Personal growth, career advancement opportunities
• A workplace that prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results
• Feedback and recognition for a job well done
• No accommodations or transportation provided

Please note: Successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring.

Applications for this position may be kept on file for twelve months and may be considered for future positions within Weldco or IDC. Your interest in Weldco is appreciated. However only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Weldco Companies is a subsidiary of IDC (Inuvialuit Development Corporation) and is 100% Inuvialuit owned. Weldco provides Employment and Career Development opportunities for its beneficiaries and employees.