Description Ledcor is looking for Journeyperson Rig Welders to join our team supporting major shutdowns and turnarounds across Alberta’s industrial facilities. If you thrive in rapid-paced outage environments where every hour counts, this is your opportunity to be part of critical work that keeps plants running safely and efficiently. From isolations and tie-ins to complex maintenance scopes, you’ll play a key role in getting units back online - on schedule and without compromise. This is not routine construction work. It’s high-intensity, short-duration execution where skilled tradespeople bring focus, precision, and teamwork to meet demanding turnaround timelines. Essential Responsibilities Supply and operate a fully equipped welding rig, ensuring all equipment is maintained, inspected, and job-ready Complete weld repairs, modifications, replacements, and new installations on piping, vessels, and industrial equipment Read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, P&IDs, welding procedures (WPS), and work packages to execute work safely and accurately Support critical path activities while maintaining productivity in a fast-paced, schedule-driven shutdown environment Work within strict permit, isolation, confined space, and LOTO requirements to ensure safe work execution Perform fit-up verification, welding, gouging, grinding,



and associated fabrication tasks as required Maintain high-quality workmanship while working extended shifts and compressed outage schedules Participate in FLHAs, toolbox meetings, safety programs, and site-specific orientation requirements Collaborate effectively with supervision, inspectors, pipefitters, and other trades to meet shutdown milestones Ensure all welding activities meet applicable client, regulatory, and quality assurance standards Qualifications Registered Journeyperson Welder certification (Red Seal preferred) Valid Class 5 driver's license with a reliable welding rig and required tooling Proven experience as a Rig Welder in shutdowns, turnarounds, maintenance, or construction projects within oil & gas, petrochemical, mining, or heavy industrial environments Current CWB, B-Pressure, or other applicable welding certifications considered a strong asset Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, weld procedures, and fabrication documents Experience working on time-sensitive projects with changing priorities and tight deadlines Strong understanding of industrial safety practices, permits, hazard assessments, and LOTO procedures Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and procedural compliance Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a large multi-trade workforce Working Conditions Travel provided Various shifts available Work in all weather conditions Weekly

📌 Rig Welders – Shutdown & Turnaround Work (Fort McMurray)
🏢 Ledcor
📍 Fort McMurray