Journeyman/ Welder / Ironworker

Journeyman/ Welder / Ironworker


Company
SKYBOUND STEEL
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30–$45 an hour
Posted
8 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking experienced Ironworkers, including Journeypersons, Welders, and Apprentices, to join teams working on a variety of commercial construction projects in the Edmonton area and outside of the Edmonton are with travel and Sub . These roles involve steel erection, rigging, welding, and ensuring safety compliance while working at heights on medium to large-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities
β€’ Erect structural steel, bolting, and impacting at heights up to 80ft.
β€’ Study blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of work.
β€’ Position steel units, align holes, and insert temporary bolts while checking alignments.
β€’ Rig and set steel, work with cranes, and hoisting equipment.
β€’ Perform welding and finishing tasks on steel components.
β€’ Work safely at heights , following safety regulations.
β€’ Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Qualifications
β€’ Journeyperson/Apprentice Ironworker certification with a recognized provincial training authority (or equivalent).

- Fall Protection certifications .
β€’ 2+ years of experience in steel erection, rigging, or welding.
β€’ All position CWB welding certification.
β€’ Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
β€’ Basic Ironworker/welding tools required.

Benefits
β€’ Competitive wages ranging from $30.00–$45.00 per hour (depending on experience).
β€’ Opportunities for career advancement and on-the-job training

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40- 50 per week

Additional pay:
β€’ Overtime pay

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international plumbers need a Labour Market Impact Assessment-supported work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program valid for up to 2 years in 2026. The permit requires a job offer from a Canadian employer and costs CAD 155 for processing.
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As per Employment and Social Development Canada, plumbers require a Red Seal endorsement or provincial apprenticeship certificate with 4 years of experience and 7200 hours of on-the-job training completed by 2026. A high school diploma plus completion of a 2-year college program is mandatory for eligibility.
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As per Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must submit a valid Red Seal certificate, proof of apprenticeship hours, Canadian resume, and SIN number when applying for plumber positions in 2026. Additional documents include trade school transcripts and a valid driver's license for site work.
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