About this role
*Welder*
*Journeyperson or 2nd/3rd Period Apprentice*
*Hydro Scotford Inc.* is seeking a motivated *Journeyperson Welder or Registered 2nd- or 3rd-Period Welder Apprentice* to join our growing team.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work, values safety, and enjoys working in a collaborative industrial environment. This position offers hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, repair, and refurbishment while working alongside skilled tradespeople on a variety of industrial equipment and customer projects.
*What You'll Do*
* Perform welding, fabrication, repair, and assembly work in accordance with drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. * Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, fabrication drawings, dimensions, and tolerances. * Prepare, fit, weld, grind, and finish components to required quality standards. * Accurately measure, lay out, and calculate dimensions required for welding and fabrication work. * Participate in repair and refurbishment projects on industrial equipment and components. * Safely operate welding equipment, hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment. * Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area. * Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and toolbox talks. * Work closely with fellow tradespeople and supervisors to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to specification. * Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the welding department. * Assist with field work and customer-site assignments as required.
*Qualifications*
*Journeyperson Welder*
* Alberta *Journeyperson Welder Certificate* or recognized equivalent. * Red Seal Endorsement considered an asset. * Experience in industrial welding, fabrication, maintenance, or repair environments preferred.
*Apprentice Welder*
* Registered *2nd- or 3rd-Period Welder Apprentice* in Alberta. * Actively progressing through the Welder apprenticeship program toward Journeyperson certification. * Demonstrated foundational welding, fabrication, measurement, and trade-math skills. * Willingness and ability to learn and develop under the guidance of experienced Journeyperson Welders.
Alberta currently identifies Welder as a three-period apprenticeship program leading to a Journeyperson Certificate, with Red Seal available as an optional endorsement.
*Preferred Qualifications & Assets*
The following certifications and experience would be considered assets:
* B-Pressure Welding Certification * CWB Certification * Welding Inspector certification or related inspection experience * Experience with SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW processes * Experience in industrial repair and fabrication environments * Knowledge of applicable welding codes, procedures, and quality standards * Experience working with rotating equipment and industrial components * CSTS 2020 * WHMIS * H2S Alive * First Aid certification
*What We're Looking For*
* Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship. * Positive attitude and strong work ethic. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. * A good foundation in trade math and measurement, including fractions, decimals, dimensions, measurements, and basic fabrication calculations. * Ability to accurately read and use standard measuring tools and apply calculations required for welding, fitting, layout, and fabrication work. * For apprentice candidates, a willingness to continue developing trade math, measurement, welding, and fabrication skills throughout their apprenticeship. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Dependability and attention to detail. * Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within the organization.
*Requirements*
* Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence. * Ability to work safely in an industrial shop environment. * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. * Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and perform physical work throughout the workday. * Willingnes