Field Welders / Iron worker / Installers

Field Welders / Iron worker / Installers


Company
The Welding Shop
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$25–$40 an hour
Posted
7 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
We are currently searching for experienced and apprentice site welders / Iron workers 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:

- CWB Ticket (required)

- Experienced in FCAW, SMAW

- Aerial Platform , Fall Arrest, CSTS are required

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

Pay: $25.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care

Experience:
• Welding: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Arial platform ticket (required)
• Fall arrest ticket. (required)
• CSTS 2020 (required)
• SMAW CWB ticket (required)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the minimum wage for welders in Ontario is $17.50 per hour effective January 1 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 44 hours in a work week.
Q What work permit documents are required for international welders applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international welders need a valid work permit supported by a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment issued in 2026. Applicants must also submit a job offer letter, passport, and proof of Red Seal certification or equivalent.
Q What education and certification are required to qualify for welder jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, welders must hold a provincial apprenticeship certificate or Red Seal endorsement valid in 2026. A minimum of 4,500 hours of documented work experience plus Grade 12 math and science credits are mandatory for certification.
Q What documents must be submitted when applying for welder jobs through the federal skilled trades program in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, applicants submit a completed Express Entry profile, language test results from 2025 or 2026, educational credential assessment, and proof of at least two years full-time welding experience within the last five years.
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