Field Welders / Iron worker / Installers
Company
The Welding Shop
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$25–$40 an hour
Posted
7 days ago
Via
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Job Description
We are currently searching for experienced and apprentice site welders / Iron workers for our continually growing team.
The Welding Shop was founded in 1969 with some of our staff being here for over 30 years. This amount of experience helps us to provide the highest level of professional service to the welding industry, and to always be proactive so that safety is never compromised.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- CWB Ticket (required)
- Experienced in FCAW, SMAW
- Aerial Platform , Fall Arrest, CSTS are required
REQUIREMENTS:
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others on your team, good communication, ability to take on self-directed tasks when needed, working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Ensure safe work practices are adhered to and appropriate PPE is always worn.
- Operate equipment such as welding machines, grinders and torches.
- On site installations of structural steel, hand railing and installation of misc. metals.
• -_Pay will be assed by experience and position hire for_
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
Experience:
• Welding: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• Arial platform ticket (required)
• Fall arrest ticket. (required)
• CSTS 2020 (required)
• SMAW CWB ticket (required)
Work Location: In person
The Welding Shop was founded in 1969 with some of our staff being here for over 30 years. This amount of experience helps us to provide the highest level of professional service to the welding industry, and to always be proactive so that safety is never compromised.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- CWB Ticket (required)
- Experienced in FCAW, SMAW
- Aerial Platform , Fall Arrest, CSTS are required
REQUIREMENTS:
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others on your team, good communication, ability to take on self-directed tasks when needed, working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Ensure safe work practices are adhered to and appropriate PPE is always worn.
- Operate equipment such as welding machines, grinders and torches.
- On site installations of structural steel, hand railing and installation of misc. metals.
• -_Pay will be assed by experience and position hire for_
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
Experience:
• Welding: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• Arial platform ticket (required)
• Fall arrest ticket. (required)
• CSTS 2020 (required)
• SMAW CWB ticket (required)
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the general minimum wage in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour as of January 1 2026 for welders in non-unionized roles. Welders classified under skilled trades receive overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week. This rate applies uniformly across all sectors without provincial variations for this occupation.
What work permit requirements apply for international welders moving to Canada in 2026?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved LMIA for NOC 72106 welders. Applicants need a minimum of two years paid experience in the last five years plus Red Seal endorsement. Processing takes 8 weeks for 80 percent of applications submitted after April 2026.
What education and certification are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada?
Employment and Social Development Canada lists completion of a 2-3 year apprenticeship or Red Seal certification as mandatory for NOC 72106 welder positions. Candidates must hold a high school diploma plus 6,000 hours of documented on-the-job training by December 2026. Provincial trade authorities issue the certificate of qualification after passing the Red Seal exam.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the federal skilled trades program?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, Red Seal certificate, language test results at CLB 5 or higher, and proof of funds equaling CAD 13,757 for a single applicant as of 2026. The Express Entry profile requires an Educational Credential Assessment for any foreign training completed before submission. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5 MB each.
