Temporary Journeyperson Ice Lug Welder (No Camp/ No FIFO)

Owned by the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN), Acden is one of Canada’s largest Indigenous corporations. ACFN’s Chief and Council play a pivotal leadership role within Acden as our Chair and Board of Directors.

Acden’s business partnerships are examples of economic reconciliation in action, and with the continued guidance of ACFN Chief and Council, Acden’s continued growth will ensure a brighter future for ACFN members by building on Acden’s track record of excellence in industrial services.

Join Acden Lemax - Excelling in Industrial Services

Acden Lemax is a leading provider in the industrial machinery sector, renowned for our expertise in handling some of the largest and most complex pieces of equipment in the industry.

Our team thrives on collaboration and camaraderie, fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where every member's contribution is valued.

Our machinists and welders tackle challenging projects with precision and dedication, ensuring that we continue to set the standard for excellence in our field.

Join us and become part of a team that takes pride in craftsmanship and innovation.

Employment Type : Temporary / Local Position (Non-Camp / Non-FIFO)

Location : Syncrude, Fort McMurray, Alberta

Work Schedule : 6 on, 6 off; 12-hour rotating day and night shifts

What's in it for me?

• Competitive Compensation : Enjoy a competitive wage and overtime (if available).
• Employee and Family Assistance Program : We care about your well-being.
• Community Engagement : Participate in Acden’s various community, family-oriented, and holiday events.
• Employee Perks : Enjoy discounts provided by Acden and Perkopolis.
• Work / Life Balance : Our flexible schedule allows you to maintain a healthy balance between work and life.

What I will be doing?

• Weld Ice Lugs to heavy equipment.
• Use manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal pieces using processes such as gas tungsten arc (TIG or GTAW), gas metal arc (MIG or GMAW), flux-cored arc (FAW), plasma arc (PAW), shielded metal arc (SMAW), oxy-acetylene (OAW), resistance welding, submerged arc welding (SAW) and Cooper Heat.
• Determine required equipment and welding method through applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Perform all work in compliance with established safety procedures and codes.
• Repair worn parts of metal products.
• Ability to weld / gouge in all positions.
• Able to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Physically fit to perform all duties of the job including but not limited to heavy lifting, bending etc.

What does Acden need from me?

• Alberta Journeyperson or Interprovincial Red Seal Welder Certified is required.
• Common Safety Orientation (CSO) certificate is required.
• Successfully obtain clearance on mandatory pre-employment drug, alcohol, hearing, mask-fit and physical abilities testing is required.
• Eligible to work at all Oil Sand sites within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is required.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is a required.

What are the "nice to haves"?

• Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) (MIG), Flux core arc welding (FCAW), Stick Welding and Gouging (CAC-A) experience would be preferred.
• Heavy Equipment repair experience, including dozers, dippers, heavy haulers, buckets is considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints is an asset.
• Cooper Heat experience an asset.
• Experienced with 1 / 16 (1.6mm) wire is considered an asset.
• Previous ice lugging experience is considered an asset.

Acden is 100% community-owned by the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. Acden’s success contributes directly to economic reconciliation and the independence of ACFN, helping to deliver strategic programs identified by the Nation that support health, housing, education, well-being, culture and language revitalization, job creation and sustainability.

We welcome and encourage applicants to voluntarily self-identify if they are members of a Canadian Indigenous Group. This information supports our commitment to diversity and inclusion within our workforce.

If you are a member of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN), we also invite you to specify your membership. Your disclosure will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

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