Journeyperson B-Pressure Welder
Company
Craft Recruiting
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Craft Recruiting
Job Description
Requisition ID: 180688
Position Summary
Kiewit is seeking B-Pressure Hand Welders for our Mod Yard in Edmonton, AB.
Requirements
• Valid Journeyperson Welding Ticket
• Valid B-Pressure Welding Ticket
• GTAW / SMAW all positions
• Preference for RMD / GMAW / GMAW – S / FCAW tickets
• Minimum 3 years’ experience of Hand Welding Experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Stainless Steel
Shift Information
• Rate: $52.00 per hour. DSP's will be accepted
• Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts. Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Overtime may be required
• Weekends may be required
• Flexibility to work day or night shifts
Additional Information
• Upon receiving an offer, all candidates must pass the SureHire Drug, Alcohol, & 50lb Fitness to Work test.
• Currently, all travel and living expenses for non-local candidates are covered by the employee.
• Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.
About Kiewit
As one of North America’s largest and most esteemed construction and engineering organizations, Kiewit provides opportunities to positively impact communities across North America in various markets including transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas and chemical, building, and mining.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination, and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
Position Summary
Kiewit is seeking B-Pressure Hand Welders for our Mod Yard in Edmonton, AB.
Requirements
• Valid Journeyperson Welding Ticket
• Valid B-Pressure Welding Ticket
• GTAW / SMAW all positions
• Preference for RMD / GMAW / GMAW – S / FCAW tickets
• Minimum 3 years’ experience of Hand Welding Experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Stainless Steel
Shift Information
• Rate: $52.00 per hour. DSP's will be accepted
• Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts. Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Overtime may be required
• Weekends may be required
• Flexibility to work day or night shifts
Additional Information
• Upon receiving an offer, all candidates must pass the SureHire Drug, Alcohol, & 50lb Fitness to Work test.
• Currently, all travel and living expenses for non-local candidates are covered by the employee.
• Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.
About Kiewit
As one of North America’s largest and most esteemed construction and engineering organizations, Kiewit provides opportunities to positively impact communities across North America in various markets including transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas and chemical, building, and mining.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination, and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
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As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage is CAD 17.30 per hour effective January 1 2026 for plumbers in federally regulated workplaces. Provincial rates apply elsewhere with Ontario at CAD 17.20 per hour and Alberta at CAD 15.00 per hour for the same role. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 8 hours daily or 40 hours weekly.
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