Local 8 Sheet Metal Journey Welder

The sheet Metal Welder plays a key role in delivering highâquality fabrication and installation of mechanical systems across our Edmonton projects. They work closely with field teams supervisors and project partners to ensure all welding activities meet Modern Niagaras safety quality and productivity standards. Success in this role means precise workmanship reliable execution and strong collaboration on every job site.

Welders are essential to building safe durable and highâperforming mechanical systems. Their craftsmanship directly impacts installation quality project timelines and client satisfaction. By upholding Modern Niagaras standards Welders help strengthen our reputation and support the continued growth of our Edmonton region.

• Deliver highâquality welding and fabrication that meets project specifications codes and safety requirements.

• Support field teams by completing work efficiently accurately and in alignment with Modern Niagara processes.

• Contribute to predictable project outcomes through safe work practices attention to detail and proactive communication.

• Perform welding and fabrication on mechanical systems including piping structural supports and related components.

• Interpret drawings blueprints and welding procedures to complete work to specification.

• Conduct welds using SMAW GTAW and/or GMAW processes as required.

• Inspect welds to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

• Collaborate with forepersons and field teams to sequence work and resolve issues.

• Maintain tools equipment and work areas in a safe and organized manner.

• Follow all Modern Niagara safety protocols and participate in toolbox talks and hazard assessments.

• Journeyperson Welder (Red Seal preferred).

• Experience with SMAW GTAW and GMAW welding processes.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and welding procedure specifications.

• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

• Ability to work in a fastâpaced construction environment.

• Pressure welding experience (BâPressure certification).

• Experience in mechanical contracting or industrial construction.

• Confined space or elevated work platform certifications.

• Familiarity with pipefitting or mechanical installation.

• Performanceâbased bonus opportunities

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution

• Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family

• An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness

• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services

• A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization

• Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up

• Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work

• Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness mobile phones travel home and auto insurance and many others

Here at Modern Niagara because we know our people are the best in the industry we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.

Modern Niagara helps building owners managers and general contractors meet the mechanical and electrical needs of their buildings across Vancouver Calgary Edmonton Toronto Southwestern Ontario and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canadas infrastructure and on the communities where we live learn work and heal. We build for life.

We value passion initiative determination professionalism and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do and our awardâwinning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.

We are committed to building a diverse equitable and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity feels a sense of belonging and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equityâseeking groups (including women Indigenous Black racialized 2SLGBTQIA people people with disabilities and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrierâfree hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at careers.