Heavy Duty Equipment Welder

Industry: Coal Mining Location: Tumbler Ridge BC Position Type: Full-Time Schedule: 14/14 About the Role We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Heavy-Duty Equipment Welder to join our team. This position is responsible for performing high‑quality welding, fabrication, and repair work on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment used in coal mining. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding industrial environment. Key Responsibilities Perform welding repairs and fabrications on heavy-duty mining equipment, including: Haul trucks Shovels Dozers Loaders Excavators Other surface mining equipment Conduct inspections to identify structural wear, cracks, and component failures. Execute FCAW & SMAW welding processes with precision. Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and repair manuals. Work collaboratively with maintenance teams to diagnose issues and minimize equipment downtime. Operate cutting torches, grinders, and other shop fabrication tools. Ensure all work meets safety, regulatory, and company standards. Maintain accurate records of repairs, materials used, and equipment condition. Qualifications Journeyman Welder Certification (Required) Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with heavy industrial or mining equipment. Strong proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and oxy‑fuel cutting. Experience welding high‑strength steels and wear-resistant materials Ability to work in all weather conditions and challenging environments. Familiarity with mine safety procedures and OH&S regulations Valid driver’s license with clean abstract; ability to operate mobile welding trucks Preferred Assets Previous experience in the coal mining industry. Mobile equipment maintenance background. First Aid Required Tickets Elevated Work Platform Fall Protection What We Offer Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits. Stable long‑term employment in a high‑demand trade. Benefits A strong safety-first culture. Accommodations provided About Industrial Metalwork Inc. Industrial Metalwork Inc. is a mining and facility company based out of Tumbler Ridge BC and Grande Prairie, Alberta. We specialize in providing shop and field fabrication for facility and modular construction, maintenance and operations work on mining equipment, and fabrication for companies across Canada. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $43.00-$50.00 per hour Benefits: Dental care Extended health care Vision care Ability to commute/relocate: Tumbler Ridge, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Fluxcore & Gouging: 3 years (required) Licence/Certification: Journeyman Ticket (required) Work Location: In person

Perform high-quality welding, fabrication, and structural repairs on heavy mobile mining equipment such as haul trucks and shovels. Conduct inspections to identify wear and cracks while collaborating with maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime.

Requires a Journeyman Welder Certification and 3-5 years of experience with heavy industrial or mining equipment. Proficiency in SMAW and FCAW processes and a valid driver's license are mandatory.

• Dental Care • Extended Health Care • Vision Care • Accommodations Provided

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• FCAW Welding
• SMAW Welding
• Fabrication
• Blueprint Reading
• Oxy-fuel Cutting
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Structural Inspection
• Gouging
• Mine Safety
• Mobile Welding Truck Operation

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Engineering

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

23 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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