Pressure Welder
Company
Aerotek
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
$48–$51 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Job Title: Pressure Welder
Job Description
The Pressure Welder will be responsible for fabricating pressure piping projects, focusing initially on pipes ranging from 2" to 60" using MIG roots with a fluxcore cap. The role involves supporting the project from setup through fabrication and finishing, fitting components, and utilizing a rolling system for welding. Additionally, the welder may be required to assist around the facility during any work delays.
Responsibilities
• Fabricate 2"-60" pipes using MIG roots with a fluxcore cap.
• Perform fitting of components and use rolling systems for welding.
• Assist with other tasks around the facility when needed.
• Support the project through setup, fabrication, and finishing stages.
Essential Skills
• Pressure welding expertise.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, including Root and Cap.
• Experience with pressure piping.
• 3+ years of fitting experience.
• Red Seal certification and B Pressure Welder qualification.
• Journeyman welder certification.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with seam and circ welds.
• Prep cuts and structural CWB tickets.
• Supervisor or lead experience is a plus.
Why Work Here?
Join a project-based role with a major manufacturer that offers a supportive and easygoing management team. This position serves as a great entry point for facility expansion and growth opportunities.
Work Environment
This role is based in a fabrication shop with approximately 30 employees, specializing in spooling, welding, coating, and lining pressure pipes. Located in the SE industrial sector, the shop is easily accessible. Initially, work will be on day shifts from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with potential for extended hours and Saturday work. After acclimating to the role, transition to night shifts from 3 PM to 1:30 AM, Monday to Thursday, with a premium for night shifts.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $51.00/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.
À propos d'Aerotek:
Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job Description
The Pressure Welder will be responsible for fabricating pressure piping projects, focusing initially on pipes ranging from 2" to 60" using MIG roots with a fluxcore cap. The role involves supporting the project from setup through fabrication and finishing, fitting components, and utilizing a rolling system for welding. Additionally, the welder may be required to assist around the facility during any work delays.
Responsibilities
• Fabricate 2"-60" pipes using MIG roots with a fluxcore cap.
• Perform fitting of components and use rolling systems for welding.
• Assist with other tasks around the facility when needed.
• Support the project through setup, fabrication, and finishing stages.
Essential Skills
• Pressure welding expertise.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, including Root and Cap.
• Experience with pressure piping.
• 3+ years of fitting experience.
• Red Seal certification and B Pressure Welder qualification.
• Journeyman welder certification.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with seam and circ welds.
• Prep cuts and structural CWB tickets.
• Supervisor or lead experience is a plus.
Why Work Here?
Join a project-based role with a major manufacturer that offers a supportive and easygoing management team. This position serves as a great entry point for facility expansion and growth opportunities.
Work Environment
This role is based in a fabrication shop with approximately 30 employees, specializing in spooling, welding, coating, and lining pressure pipes. Located in the SE industrial sector, the shop is easily accessible. Initially, work will be on day shifts from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with potential for extended hours and Saturday work. After acclimating to the role, transition to night shifts from 3 PM to 1:30 AM, Monday to Thursday, with a premium for night shifts.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $51.00/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.
À propos d'Aerotek:
Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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.
