Posted 2 months ago
Journeyman Welder
@ Foremost
Lloydminster, Alberta
Overview
Foremost is hiring a full-time Journeyman Welder for its in-shop production team in Lloydminster, Alberta, reporting to the Welding Foreman. The role covers production, service and repair welding, prototype building, and tank and fitter welding. Benefits include paid vacation, health, dental and disability coverage, and a company-matched RRSP or pension.
Responsibilities:
- Read blueprints and welding process specifications
- Perform GMAW, FCAW, SMAW and MCAW welding in all positions
- Operate flame-cutting and plasma cutting equipment
- Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits
Requirements summary:
- Registered Journeyman trade certificate
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Ability to mentor and coach
- Previous tank fabrication experience an asset
- CWB tickets an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Registered Journeyman trade certificate, CWB |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Wellness, Paid training |
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Foremost
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Full company description
Foremost has been a central player in the Western Canadian energy story going back to 1948, when our energy equipment product lines were under the Universal Industries name. Foremost's energy equipment product lines include: Shop & Field Fabricated Tanks, Industrial Coatings, Oil & Gas Production Equipment, Pressure Vessels, Steam Generators and Compression Equipment. Since 1965, the Foremost name has been associated with our remarkable line of off-road tracked and wheeled vehicles and our Foremost vehicles are in operation around the globe, moving equipment, supplies, and people across some of the most difficult terrain imaginable. However, through strategic acquisitions and growth, Foremost is now one of the largest, most geographically diverse industrial manufacturers in Western Canada. Our mobile equipment product lines include: Code & Non-Code Hydrovac Trucks, Dual Rotary Drills, Tracked & Wheeled Off Highway Vehicles, Mining Equipment & Tooling and Oilfield Drilling Equipment.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,993
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 333
- Reported office locations
- 1225 64 Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8P9, CA
- 6614 50 Avenue, Lloydminster, Alberta T9V 2W8, CA
- 630 6 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, CA
- 9816 100 Ave, Hythe, Alberta T0H, CA
- Business categories
- E-Commerce
- Brand Marketing
- Oil and Gas
- Retail
- Other recorded names
- Foremost
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Foremost has been a central player in the Western Canadian energy story going back to 1948, when our energy equipment product lines were under the Universal Industries name. Foremost's energy equipment product lines include: Shop & Field Fabricated Tanks, Industrial Coatings, Oil & Gas Production Equipment, Pressure Vessels, Steam Generators and Compression Equipment. Since 1965, the Foremost name has been…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1965 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 35 |
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Foremost has an immediate opening for in shop Journeyman Welders, located at our facility in Lloydminster, Alberta reporting into our Welding Foreman. This position includes, but is not limited to production welding, service & repair welding, prototype building, tank and fitter welding. This position will work with Lead Hands, Charge Hands and Foremen to ensure continuous improvements using various welding processes.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
- Operate manual or semi-automatic welding: gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), shield metal arc welding (SMAW), and metal core arc welding (MCAW)
- Operate and maintain flame-cutting and plasma arc cutting equipment
- Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
- Align components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (flat, vertical, horizontal or overhead)
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Operate metal shaping machines such as brake, shears and hydraulic band saw
- Monitor parts usage and report on any material issues
- Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques
- Ensure compliance with Industry, Legislative, and corporate Safety policies and procedures
- Assist in training and directing less trained personnel with work methods, work habits and performance
- Recommend changes to improve quality and productions costs
- Operation of overhead crane
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Registered Journeyman trade certificate
- Must be able to mentor and coach.
- Maintains a set of tools to perform welding functions
- Previous experience in tank fabrication a definite asset
- CWB tickets considered an asset
- Safety training an asset but willing to train as required
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills and able to work effectively in a diverse, fast-paced environment
What we Offer
- Competitive Compensation.
- In-depth Safety Program. Safety First. Always.
- Flexible, robust benefits for you and your family.
- Paid Vacation.
- Health, Dental & Disability Benefits.
- Company-Matched RRSP or Pension.
- Wellness Programs & Employee Support Programs.
- Collaborative Team Environment.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Apprenticeship Opportunities.
- Career Development & Paid Training Opportunities.
About Foremost
Foremost is a large and diverse mobile equipment manufacturer, specializing in Canadian equipment for oil & gas, mining construction, agriculture, water well and vacuum truck markets. With a solid reputation dating back to 1940, over 600 employees across Alberta and a unique depth of expertise, Foremost is a company with great people, great products and a great future. We have adapted, invented, and evolved all of our products with a view to make them more valuable and profitable for our customers. For more information about Foremost, visit.www.foremost.ca
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