Matrix HR is recruiting experienced Apprentice and Journeyperson Structural Ironworkers for a major industrial construction project in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.

This is an prospect to join an experienced crew working on structural steel installation and assembly. The successful candidates will take pride in safe, accurate work and be comfortable working in an industrial environment and at heights.

Schedule and Compensation

- Journeyperson rate of $52.00 per hour

- First-year apprentice rate: $36.40 per hour

- Second-year apprentice rate: $41.60 per hour

- Third-year apprentice rate: $46.80 per hour

- Full-time project work

- Schedule of either 10 days on and 4 days off or 5 days on and 2 days off, depending on project requirements

- Travel allowance and living-out allowance available for eligible workers

- Weekly pay

- Extended health benefits through the applicable union agreement

Responsibilities

- Erect, install, align, and assemble structural steel components, including beams, columns, platforms, and pipe racks

- Complete bolt-up, torqueing, and structural assembly according to engineered drawings and specifications

- Perform rigging and signalling duties for crane lifts, guiding loads safely into position

- Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and lift plans

- Inspect and safely operate hand tools, rigging equipment, and access equipment

- Support material handling, site organization, and general crew activities

- Complete field-level hazard assessments and follow site safety procedures, including fall-protection and permit requirements





- Work safely and efficiently while meeting project quality standards and deadlines

Qualifications

Journeyperson Ironworkers:

- Valid Journeyperson Ironworker ticket from a recognised provincial training authority

- Previous industrial construction experience

- Experience with structural steel erection, bolt-up, torqueing, rigging, and signalling

Apprentice Ironworkers:

- Active registration as an Apprentice Ironworker with a recognised provincial training authority

- Previous industrial construction experience is an asset

- Willingness to learn and work safely as part of an experienced crew

Requirements for All Applicants

- Valid Fall Protection certification

- Ability to work safely at heights

- Valid government-issued identification

- Ability to complete required project orientations before starting work

- Strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and teamwork

- Ability to work the required project schedule

Referral Program

Know a qualified Ironworker who may be a good fit for this opportunity? Refer them to Matrix HR.

If your referral is hired, you will receive a $200 referral bonus. Please ask your referral to include your name when applying.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Apprentice or Journeyperson Ironworker interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and copies of your current trade ticket and safety certifications through the Matrix HR careers page or send them to [email protected]

Only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

Matrix HR is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

📌 Structural Ironworkers (Apprentices & Journeyperson) (Fort Saskatchewan)
🏢 Construction Jobs
📍 Fort Saskatchewan