Sub Arc Welder

Sub Arc Welder


Company
Randstad Canada
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
$36–$39 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Randstad

Job Description
Hiring: Ticketed Sub Arc Operators (Day & Afternoon Shifts)

We are expanding! With a major uptick in our structural mining projects—including hard rock mining and chute fabrication—we are looking for two skilled Sub Arc Operators to join our team immediately.

Our shop is currently booked to capacity through June, and we are seeking reliable, hardworking welders to help us launch a new afternoon shift.

The Opportunity
Day Shift: Monday – Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Afternoon Shift: Monday – Thursday 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM

Compensation: $36 per hour

Shift Premium: +$3.00/hour for the Afternoon Shift

Duration: Immediate start; projects currently booked through October

Advantages
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 4-day work week (Monday through Thursday) with every Friday off.

Modern Equipment: Work with top-tier tech including plasma tables, water jets, and extramic saws.

Stability: Large order volumes mean a steady, reliable workflow through the year.

Responsibilities
Equipment Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment to produce high-quality, high-penetration welds on heavy structural steel.

Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and welding process specifications to determine layouts and sequences.

Quality Assurance: Perform visual inspections of finished welds to ensure they meet industry standards and project tolerances; repair or touch up welds as needed.

Material Handling: Use overhead cranes and forklifts to position large-scale heavy metal components (chutes, structural beams) for welding.

Preparation: Perform necessary prep work including grinding, fitting, and tack welding segments to ensure precise alignment.

Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a clean workspace and perform routine maintenance on welding heads, flux recovery systems, and power sources.

Qualifications
Certification: You must be a Ticketed Welder.

Experience: Proven experience operating Sub Arc welding equipment.

Work Ethic: We value reliability and a "get-it-done" attitude.

Flexibility: All successful candidates will start on the Day Shift for initial onboarding and evaluation before transitioning to their permanent shift.

Summary
How to Apply:

Send your resume to [email protected] with the subject line "sub arc welder"

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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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