B Pressure Welder (Sub Arc Exp)
Company
National Construction Council
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
7 days ago
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Job Description
About National Construction Council.
A national, all-employee, multi trade union with an affiliated membership of 75,000 skilled tradespeople across Canada.
What we Value.
Partnership and collaboration. The National Construction Council works with contractors and owners to solve challenges together as business partners.
Why Join NCC?
• Nationwide job opportunities with coast-to-coast mobility
• Competitive health, welfare, and pension benefits
• Real-time job matching based on your skills and location
• Ongoing training, certification, and career development
• Supportive job sites with NCC representatives and stewards
Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or a long-term career path, NCC provides the tools, support, and network to help you succeed.
Job Title: B Pressure Welder W/Sub Arc Experience - EDMONTON
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Rotation: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8+ hours daily
Key Responsibilities:
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects
• Cut, drill, punch, bend, roll, or press steel using metalworking machines and cutting torches
• Assemble metal sections and plates into units and sub-units
• Fasten components using mechanical methods or tack welding in preparation for final welds
• Operate overhead cranes to move materials safely and efficiently
• Perform welding using MCAW, FCAW, and SMAW processes
• Follow all company safety policies and maintain a safe work environmen
Requirements:
• B Pressure Ticket
• Sub Arc Experience , required
• Interpret welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals, and processes
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
• Preference to those who have structural steel experience
What We Offer:
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits and pension package
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $47.38 per year
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Vision care
Experience:
• Sub Arc: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• Joruneyman Welder (preferred)
• B Pressure (preferred)
Work Location: In person
A national, all-employee, multi trade union with an affiliated membership of 75,000 skilled tradespeople across Canada.
What we Value.
Partnership and collaboration. The National Construction Council works with contractors and owners to solve challenges together as business partners.
Why Join NCC?
• Nationwide job opportunities with coast-to-coast mobility
• Competitive health, welfare, and pension benefits
• Real-time job matching based on your skills and location
• Ongoing training, certification, and career development
• Supportive job sites with NCC representatives and stewards
Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or a long-term career path, NCC provides the tools, support, and network to help you succeed.
Job Title: B Pressure Welder W/Sub Arc Experience - EDMONTON
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Rotation: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8+ hours daily
Key Responsibilities:
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects
• Cut, drill, punch, bend, roll, or press steel using metalworking machines and cutting torches
• Assemble metal sections and plates into units and sub-units
• Fasten components using mechanical methods or tack welding in preparation for final welds
• Operate overhead cranes to move materials safely and efficiently
• Perform welding using MCAW, FCAW, and SMAW processes
• Follow all company safety policies and maintain a safe work environmen
Requirements:
• B Pressure Ticket
• Sub Arc Experience , required
• Interpret welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals, and processes
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
• Preference to those who have structural steel experience
What We Offer:
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits and pension package
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $47.38 per year
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Vision care
Experience:
• Sub Arc: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• Joruneyman Welder (preferred)
• B Pressure (preferred)
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.
