Journeyman/ Welder / Ironworker
Company
SKYBOUND STEEL
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30–$45 an hour
Posted
8 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking experienced Ironworkers, including Journeypersons, Welders, and Apprentices, to join teams working on a variety of commercial construction projects in the Edmonton area and outside of the Edmonton are with travel and Sub . These roles involve steel erection, rigging, welding, and ensuring safety compliance while working at heights on medium to large-scale projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Erect structural steel, bolting, and impacting at heights up to 80ft.
• Study blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of work.
• Position steel units, align holes, and insert temporary bolts while checking alignments.
• Rig and set steel, work with cranes, and hoisting equipment.
• Perform welding and finishing tasks on steel components.
• Work safely at heights , following safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Qualifications
• Journeyperson/Apprentice Ironworker certification with a recognized provincial training authority (or equivalent).
- Fall Protection certifications .
• 2+ years of experience in steel erection, rigging, or welding.
• All position CWB welding certification.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Basic Ironworker/welding tools required.
Benefits
• Competitive wages ranging from $30.00–$45.00 per hour (depending on experience).
• Opportunities for career advancement and on-the-job training
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40- 50 per week
Additional pay:
• Overtime pay
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
We are seeking experienced Ironworkers, including Journeypersons, Welders, and Apprentices, to join teams working on a variety of commercial construction projects in the Edmonton area and outside of the Edmonton are with travel and Sub . These roles involve steel erection, rigging, welding, and ensuring safety compliance while working at heights on medium to large-scale projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Erect structural steel, bolting, and impacting at heights up to 80ft.
• Study blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of work.
• Position steel units, align holes, and insert temporary bolts while checking alignments.
• Rig and set steel, work with cranes, and hoisting equipment.
• Perform welding and finishing tasks on steel components.
• Work safely at heights , following safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Qualifications
• Journeyperson/Apprentice Ironworker certification with a recognized provincial training authority (or equivalent).
- Fall Protection certifications .
• 2+ years of experience in steel erection, rigging, or welding.
• All position CWB welding certification.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Basic Ironworker/welding tools required.
Benefits
• Competitive wages ranging from $30.00–$45.00 per hour (depending on experience).
• Opportunities for career advancement and on-the-job training
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40- 50 per week
Additional pay:
• Overtime pay
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour
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.
