1st / 2nd year Apprentice Field Welders
Calgary, CanadaCompany
The Welding Shop
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
We are currently searching for apprentice site welders / installers for our continually growing team.
The Welding Shop was founded in 1969 with some of our staff being here for over 30 years. This amount of experience helps us to provide the highest level of professional service to the welding industry, and to always be proactive so that safety is never compromised.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Aerial Platform and Fall Arrest
-WHMISS 2015
-CSTS 2020
REQUIREMENTS:
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others on your team, good communication, ability to take on self-directed tasks when needed, working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Ensure safe work practices are adhered to and appropriate PPE is always worn.
- Operate equipment such as welding machines, grinders and torches.
- On site installations of structural steel, hand railing and installation of misc. metals.
• -_Pay will be assed by experience and position hire for_
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
Experience:
• Welding: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
• CWB ticket (preferred)
• Arial platform ticket (preferred)
• Fall arrest ticket. (preferred)
Work Location: In person
The Welding Shop was founded in 1969 with some of our staff being here for over 30 years. This amount of experience helps us to provide the highest level of professional service to the welding industry, and to always be proactive so that safety is never compromised.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Aerial Platform and Fall Arrest
-WHMISS 2015
-CSTS 2020
REQUIREMENTS:
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others on your team, good communication, ability to take on self-directed tasks when needed, working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Ensure safe work practices are adhered to and appropriate PPE is always worn.
- Operate equipment such as welding machines, grinders and torches.
- On site installations of structural steel, hand railing and installation of misc. metals.
• -_Pay will be assed by experience and position hire for_
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
Experience:
• Welding: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
• CWB ticket (preferred)
• Arial platform ticket (preferred)
• Fall arrest ticket. (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada
What is the hourly wage range for welder jobs in Canada in 2026?
According to Government of Canada's Job Bank, welders (NOC 72106) earn low wages of $20.00 per hour, median of $28.85 per hour, and high wages of $38.46 per hour based on 2023 data updated for 2026. Full-time welders working 40 hours per week average $60,008 annually. Wages vary by province, with Alberta at median $32.00 per hour.
What work permit options are available for international welders in Canada in 2026?
Welders (NOC 72106, TEER 3) qualify for the Federal Skilled Trades Program under Express Entry with at least 2 years full-time experience and CLB 5 in English/French. Temporary Foreign Worker Program requires a positive LMIA costing employers $1,000 per position, valid up to 3 years. Processing time for work permits is 10-22 weeks.
What education and experience qualify me for welder jobs in Canada?
Entry requires high school completion plus a 4-year apprenticeship with 6,720 hours of on-the-job training and 720 hours classroom instruction. Journeyperson certification via Red Seal exam allows work in all 13 provinces/territories. College welding programs (8-12 months) provide pre-apprenticeship credit.
What documents are required to apply for welder jobs in Canada?
Canadian applicants need a resume, Red Seal or provincial trade certificate, high school diploma, and SIN number. International applicants must submit passport, work permit or visa, language test results (CLB 5+), and proof of 2 years experience. Applications via Job Bank require PDF uploads under 2MB.
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