Structural Welder
Job Description
This role focuses on structural welding and fitting of steel skids, pipe stands, and related components in a CWB-certified shop. You weld in all positions, support possible work in the processing department on handrails and platforms, and assist with general shop tasks such as grinding and cleaning when required. You operate hoisting and lifting equipment and contribute to a safe, efficient production workplace as part of a larger welding crew.
Responsibilities
Perform structural welding on steel skids and pipe stands using flux core (FCAW) and other appropriate welding processes in all positions.
Fit and weld structural steel skids to specification, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to project requirements.
Support processing department work, including welding and fitting handrails, platforms, and other structural components as needed.
Operate hoisting and lifting equipment safely to move and position materials, skids, pipe stands, and assemblies.
Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to understand weld symbols, dimensions, and fabrication requirements.
Carry out grinding, cleaning, and other preparation or finishing tasks when welding work is slow or as required to maintain workflow.
Use a variety of hand and power tools confidently and correctly to support welding and fitting activities.
Follow all safety procedures and shop rules to maintain a safe working environment in a busy welding crew.
Work collaboratively with a team of welders and fitters, communicating clearly to coordinate tasks and meet production schedules.
Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in clean, organized condition to support high-quality work and efficiency.
Essential Skills
CWB certification in all positions,



valid for work in a CWB-certified shop.
Proven experience welding and fitting structural steel skids, including familiarity with skid fabrication environments.
Robust proficiency with flux core welding (FCAW) in all positions.
Ability to operate hoisting and lifting equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding/fabrication drawings.
Practical experience using common welding and fabrication tools, with the ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
Apprentice or journeyperson-level welding capability, with solid hands-on skills and confidence in all-position welding.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
OH crane certification is an asset.
Fitting experience, including layout and assembly of structural components, is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints and weld symbols.
CWB certifications beyond the minimum requirement are encouraged.
Experience working on a large welding crew or in a busy structural fabrication shop is an advantage.
Why Work Here?
You join a safe, certified welding shop with a strong emphasis on safety and quality, working alongside a large team of skilled welders. The role offers stability with work planned until March 2026 and opportunities to build and expand your experience in structural welding and fitting. You benefit from a structured environment where certifications are valued,



skills are developed, and you can grow your career in a professional fabrication setting.
Work Environment
You work on a day shift as part of a crew of more than 20 welders in a CWB-certified shop where CWB certification is required. The environment is focused on structural fabrication of skids, pipe stands, handrails, and platforms, with regular use of flux core welding processes and hoisting and lifting equipment. The shop operates safely and efficiently, with clearly defined procedures and standards. Typical day shift hours run from early morning until mid-afternoon, with work continuing until approximately 3:30 p.m. You spend most of your time in a fabrication shop setting, wearing appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment suitable for welding, grinding, and material handling activities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.
À propos d'Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek explo

📌 Welder (Calgary)
🏢 Aerotek
📍 Calgary