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Temporary Welder Field Kearl

Finning


Job Location:

Fort McMurray - Canada

Hourly Salary: $ 70 - 77
Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Company:
Finning Canada

Number of Openings:
1

Worker Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Position Overview:
Finning is growing fastand so are the opportunities!

We are currently looking for a dedicated temporary Welder who will be responsible for a variety of welding related duties in the field at Imperial Oil Kearl site.

Whats in it for you
Industry Leading Wage: $70.19 - $77.99/hour
Continuous Shift Premium: $3.50/hour
Night Shift Premium: $3.50/hour
Flexible Shift Rotations/Shift Rotation: 14x14
Camp and Customer Flights Provided

If you are a safety conscious team player self-motivated detail-oriented and possess your Journeyperson Welding certification with a valid drivers license then you are exactly who we are looking for

Job Description:

Basic Functions:

  • Weld and repair Caterpillar equipment
  • Ensure jobs are planned organized and all required parts and tooling are accessible
  • Minimize downtime and maintain production requirements as scheduled
  • Examine and diagnose machine defects repair damage and cracks when necessary
  • Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment
  • Maintain safe work practices
  • Assist in training directing and development of team members on the job
  • Other work assigned as required

Qualifications:

  • Journeyperson Welder Technician certification
  • Certified in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
  • CWB tickets will be considered an asset
  • Valid class 5 drivers license with a successful recent drivers abstract
  • Individual will be required to be highly flexible with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
  • Ability to work well under pressure and without supervision.
  • Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing will be necessary for successful candidacy
  • Line boring experience will be considered an asset
  • Previous field experience will be considered an asset

Important Detail:

  • This temporary position is located at Kearl Facility (D05) on a 14x14 continuous day/night shift rotation
  • Successful candidate will be required to stay in camp while on shift. Customer flights provided from Edmonton or Calgary
  • A condition of employment is the ability to obtain Customer Site access (Drug Alcohol and fitness testing)
  • Any future shift changes that may occur will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement.
  • Candidate selection will be in compliance with the terms of the current collective agreement

At Finning we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do notdiscriminate against applicants based on gender identity race national and ethnic origin religion age sexual orientation marital and family status and/or mental or physical Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process please inform your recruiter.


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If you've noticed more Caterpillars crawling around your neighborhood, Finning International may be responsible. The company is the largest dealer of heavy equipment and diesel engines made by Caterpillar (CAT), the world's leading manufacturer of construction equipment. Finning opera ... View more

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