Welder apprentice Jobs in Calgary, AB

Job Title: Structural Welder

Job Description

This role involves structural welding in a shop environment, focusing on fitting and welding drilling products, fuel tanks, and other custom structural components using mild steel. You will weld the structural framework of drilling rigs, working with a mix of fitting and welding tasks that varies by shift, and will use oxy-fuel cutting torches while maintaining tight fit-up tolerances of approximately 1/8 inch.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding in a shop environment using mild steel for drilling products, fuel tanks, and one-off structural components.
• Fit and weld the structural framework of drilling rigs, balancing fitting and welding duties (approximately 50/50 split on day shift and 20/80 split on night shift).
• Use flux core and metal core welding processes in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Apply CWB FCAW flat-position welding techniques to produce high-quality welds.
• Interpret drawings and layouts to fit, assemble, and weld skids, ladders, handrails, platforms, and other structural steel assemblies.
• Use oxy-fuel cutting torches safely and accurately to cut and prepare materials.
• Maintain fit-up tolerances at approximately 1/8 inch to ensure structural integrity and dimensional accuracy.
• Perform general fabrication tasks including measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembling structural steel components.
• Operate and work around overhead cranes to move and position materials and assemblies, following all safety procedures.
• Collaborate with other trades workers and team members to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, maintain a clean work area, and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Support quality control practices by inspecting welds and structures and addressing any defects or nonconformances as required.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-established organization that is a major player in the mobile oilfield space with operations around the globe, providing long-term stability with work already booked into 2025 and some departments into 2026. The facility offers a centralized location compared with many similar shops in the city, making commuting more convenient. You will receive a competitive rate of pay, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage. In addition, you can participate in stock options and a pension plan with a 5% wage match that is fully vested, supporting your long-term financial security. The combination of strong job security, robust benefits, and opportunities to grow with an expanding team creates a compelling environment for skilled trades professionals.

Work Environment

The role is based in a shop environment in southeast Calgary, with a team of approximately 30 trades workers and plans for significant expansion in 2026. The facility focuses on structural fabrication for the mobile oilfield sector, including drilling rigs and related equipment, using processes such as flux core, metal core, MIG, and TIG welding, along with oxy-fuel cutting and overhead crane operations. Day shift runs Monday to Friday from 6:30 . to 3:00 ., while afternoon shift runs Monday to Thursday from 2:30 . to 1:00 ., with a premium paid for afternoon work. Overtime is available after 10 hours in any day, regardless of total hours worked that week. The environment is typical of a busy structural fabrication shop, where adherence to safety procedures, use of personal protective equipment, and appropriate work attire suitable for welding and fabrication are expected.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $42.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.