Welder Heavy Equipment Shop

Welder Heavy Equipment Shop

Edmonton, Canada

Company
Sureway Construction Group
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Welder – Heavy Equipment Shop

Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction.

Work Local - Work Sureway!

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: 10+ Hours per day (day shift), 5 & 2, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week

Location: Shop: 9175 – 14 Street NW, Edmonton, AB

We Offer:
• Tool/Boot Allowance
• Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching
• Air Exchange Units
• Specialty Dealer Training Provided with Certification
• 38 Bay State of the Art Shop with dedicated Engine, Transmission and Machining Bays
• Specific Manufacturer Tooling with Software and Diagnostics
• Sureway is a Repair Facility, not a component exchange shop; providing our technicians with a sense of ownership

Requirements:
• Full Complement of Hand Tools
• Personal Reliable Vehicle
• CSA approved steel toed boots with 6” ankle support

Pre-employment:
• Drug and alcohol testing which may be swab or urine depending on site requirements
• Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation
• Fitness to Work Assessment

Welder – Heavy Equipment Shop Qualifications:
• Must be a Red Seal Journeyperson Welder or 3rd year apprentice.
• In good standing with AIT.
• Off Road experience is REQUIRED.
• Must have experience in 1/16 metal core and 3/32 flux core is essential to this position.
• Experience on variety of heavy-duty equipment including agriculture equipment.
• Fabrication experience is an asset.
• Experience with gouging and metal prep.
• Capable of working independently, as well as, in a team environment. Adept to efficiently and effectively working unsupervised.
• Capable of working in a physically demanding multi-tasking work environment.
• Exceptional organization and cleanliness skills are REQUIRED.

Welder – Heavy Equipment Shop Responsibilities:
• Repairing and fabrication of various makes of heavy civil construction mobile equipment.
• Able to work safely in a challenging work environment.
• Read and interpret blue prints or welding process specifications.
• Follow directions given in layouts, drawings and work orders.
• Welding of various heavy equipment attachments and components utilizing MCAW and FCAW.
• Use of overhead cranes.
• Ensures workmanship throughout the manufacturing process and on finished goods that meets or exceeds the cost, quality and schedule expectations.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture
• This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position

Sureway Construction Group adheres to employment equity and equal opportunity programs. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

#SWSC4

We’re Ready. Are You?
More Jobs
Skilled Aluminum Welder in Ontario
Trebor Manufacturing Co Inc  · 2 days ago
TIG Welder with Aluminum Expertise
EM Dynamics  · 3 days ago
Welder Supervisor
Immiland Canada Inc.
MIG Welder
Staff Plus  · $20–$22 an hour  · 1 day ago
Millwright/Welder
TAP SERVICES  · $62.4K–$114K a month  · 20 hours ago
Experienced Welder in Noisy Environment
The North Custom Windows  · $30K–$60K a year  · 18 hours ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
View all 8 FAQs