We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Heavy-Duty Equipment Welder to join our team. This position is responsible for performing high‑quality welding, fabrication, and repair work on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment used in coal mining. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform welding repairs and fabrications on heavy-duty mining equipment, including:

Shovels

Loaders

Excavators

Other surface mining equipment

Conduct inspections to identify structural wear, cracks, and component failures.

Execute FCAW & SMAW welding processes with precision.

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and repair manuals.

Work collaboratively with maintenance teams to diagnose issues and minimize equipment downtime.

Operate cutting torches, grinders, and other shop fabrication tools.

Ensure all work meets safety, regulatory, and company standards.

Maintain accurate records of repairs, materials used, and equipment condition.

Qualifications

Journeyman Welder Certification (Required)

Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with heavy industrial or mining equipment.

Strong proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and oxy‑fuel cutting.





Experience welding high‑strength steels and wear-resistant materials

Ability to work in all weather conditions and challenging environments.

Familiarity with mine safety procedures and OH&S; regulations

Valid driver’s license with clean abstract; ability to operate mobile welding trucks

Preferred Assets

Previous experience in the coal mining industry .

Mobile equipment maintenance background.

First Aid

Required Tickets

Elevated Work Platform

Fall Protection

What We Offer

Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits.

A robust safety-first culture.

Accommodations provided

About Industrial Metalwork Inc.
Industrial Metalwork Inc. is a mining and facility company based out of Tumbler Ridge BC and Grande Prairie, Alberta. We specialize in providing shop and field fabrication for facility and modular construction, maintenance and operations work on mining equipment, and fabrication for companies across Canada.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43.00-$50.00 per hour

Dental care

Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

Tumbler Ridge, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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📌 Heavy Duty Equipment Welder (Alberta)
🏢 Industrial Metalwork
📍 Alberta