Job Number: 55691We are seeking two skilled, positive, forward thinking and safety-conscious Welder I to join our Fleet and Facility Services team. In this role, you will perform high-quality welding, brazing, soldering, and cutting tasks on a wide variety of municipal equipment, vehicles, and city infrastructure. Working from sketches, CAD drawings, blueprints, or verbal instructions, you will bring structural projects to life and ensure our city's fleet and facilities remain safe and operational.As this is a safety-sensitive role, you will be expected to work independently with minimal supervision, adhering strictly to safety regulations while occasionally guiding welder apprentices.What will you do?Manufacture, modify, repair, and assemble various heavy components (e.g., sanders, hoppers, dump boxes, front ploughs, utility bodies, and trailers). Perform welding and cutting utilizing SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, Plasma-arc, and oxy-acetylene torch processes across various metals (steel, aluminum, stainless steel, brass, bronze)Perform general welding repairs and modifications on seasonal equipment (snowblower chutes, drums, street sweepers, vehicle cranes, and aerial lifts) and city infrastructure components brought into the shopFabricate, install, and repair infrastructure at various off-site locations across the City of Edmonton (fencing, gates, handrails, bridge decks)Fabricate and rebuild specialized parts such as hydraulic cylinders, centre pivot pins, speed plough wheels, and skid shoes.



Ensure accurate data entry into the work order management systemQualifications:Grade 12 or equivalentCertified Alberta Journeyman Welder (or recognized provincial equivalent)Licence: Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence (Class 3 is considered a strong asset) with a satisfactory current Driver’s AbstractMinimum of five (5) years of practical work experience as a Journeyman WelderProven experience in the repair, maintenance, and fabrication of heavy equipment and vehicles is highly desirableSkills required for success:Advanced practical knowledge of S.M.A.W. (Stick), G.M.A.W. (MIG), G.T.A.W. (TIG), Plasma-arc, and oxy-fuel processesStrong spatial perception to visualize and fabricate parts from plans, sketches, specifications, and CAD/ Solid works drawingsExcellent color acuity to identify color-coded metals, welding rods, and ferrous metals via spark and flame testsRobust understanding of metallurgy, combustion gases, basic electricity, and the thermal expansion/shrinkage properties of metalsFamiliarity with the work and coordination of related municipal tradesAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)Embracing a culture of equity, diversity,



reconciliation and inclusionConditions of Employment:Successful candidates must be fit for a respirator; compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment is requiredCompliance with safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toed bootsValid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is requiredAbility to perform physical demands and pass a job-related physical abilities evaluationWork Environment:This role is physically demanding and may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, precipitation (rain, snow), dust, noise, vibrations, confined spaces, and heights. Work is performed both indoors in a shop environment and outdoors at off-site locationsThe City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our advantages https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.Up to 2 Permanent full-time positionsHours of Work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)Salary Range: $48.242 (Hourly); $100,729.300 (Annually)Recruitment Consultant: NC/SOEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis NationIND123Classification Title: Welder IPosting Date: Aug 24, 2026Closing Date: Sept 07, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 2 - Permanent Full-timeUnion : CUPE Local 30Department: Fleet and Facility ServicesWork Location(s): Various Fleet Services Garages Edmonton (City Wide)
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📌 Welder (Alberta)
🏢 City of Edmonton
📍 Alberta