Processing Operator / Apprentice Welder

Are you a mechanically inclined individual looking to kickstart your career in the welding trade?

We are seeking a motivated Process Operator / Apprentice Welder to join our production team. This role is a perfect "foot in the door" for someone looking to earn their 1st-year hours and build their Bluebook in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

This position operates between our Nisku and West Edmonton shop locations, providing variety and exposure to high-end processing machinery.

As a Process Operator, you are the engine of the shop.

You will be responsible for operating advanced metal processing equipment and ensuring the workspace remains efficient and safe.

While this is an apprentice welder role, please note that the initial focus is on machine operation, material processing, and shop support. In this specific career path, physical welding typically begins in your 3rd year of apprenticeship.

Advantages

Competitive Wage : $24.00 – $26.00 per hour (based on experience).

Work-Life Balance : Monday to Thursday shift (6 : 00 AM – 4 : 30 PM) – Enjoy 3-day weekends every week!

Reliable Pay : Weekly pay schedule processed through Randstad.

Career Growth : A clear path toward becoming a Journeyman Welder with hands-on experience on multi-million dollar processing equipment.

Responsibilities

Machine Operation : Set up and operate plasma cutters, water jets, and various other metal processing machines (full training provided).

Shop Maintenance : Perform general clean-up duties, including sweeping, cleaning bathrooms, and organizing inventory to maintain a safe work environment.

Versatility : Be a "jack of all trades"—jumping between tasks as needed to keep the shop moving and stay busy.

Logistics : Travel between the Nisku and West Edmonton shops based on production needs.

Documentation : Use computer systems to track jobs, read digital specifications, and log processing data.

Qualifications

Mechanically Inclined : You have a natural "knack" for how things work. A background in mechanics, automotive repair, or heavy machinery is highly preferred.

Computer Savvy : Comfortable using software to operate CNC-style machinery and managing digital workflows.

Apprenticeship Status : Registered 1st Year Welder (or eligible to register). This is a prime opportunity to build your Bluebook hours.

Reliability : Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to commute between Nisku and West Edmonton.

Attitude : A "no task is too small" mindset. Whether you are operating a jet or holding a broom, you take pride in your work.

Summary

Ready to start your apprenticeship with a team that values hard work? Apply today to begin building your future in the trades.

Apply directly to this ad or send your resume to renee.paul@randstad.ca with the subject line "1st year 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.

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