Rig Welders – Shutdown & Turnaround Work

Ledcor • Fort McMurray, AB

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Ledcor is seeking Apprentice and Journeyperson Pipefitters for shutdown and turnaround work in Alberta's industrial facilities. This role involves critical, high-intensity, short-duration execution to keep plants running safely and efficiently. Successful candidates will play a key role in getting units back online on schedule, focusing on precision and teamwork to meet demanding turnaround timelines. This is not routine construction work; it requires skilled tradespeople who can bring focus and precision to demanding turnaround schedules.

Requirements

• Registered Journeyperson Welder certification (Red Seal preferred)
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with a reliable welding rig and required tooling
• Proven experience as a Rig Welder in shutdowns, turnarounds, maintenance, or construction projects within oil & gas, petrochemical, mining, or heavy industrial environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, weld procedures, and fabrication documents
• Experience working on time-sensitive projects with changing priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong understanding of industrial safety practices, permits, hazard assessments, and LOTO procedures
• Ability to work 10–12+ hour shifts, overtime, and consecutive days throughout the duration of a shutdown
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and procedural compliance
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a large multi-trade workforce

Nice To Haves

• Current CWB, B-Pressure, or other applicable welding certifications

Responsibilities

• Supply and operate a fully equipped welding rig, ensuring all equipment is maintained, inspected, and job-ready
• Complete weld repairs, modifications, replacements, and new installations on piping, vessels, and industrial equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, P&IDs, welding procedures (WPS), and work packages to execute work safely and accurately
• Support critical path activities while maintaining productivity in a fast-paced, schedule-driven shutdown environment
• Work within strict permit, isolation, confined space, and LOTO requirements to ensure safe work execution
• Perform fit-up verification, welding, gouging, grinding, and associated fabrication tasks as required
• Maintain high-quality workmanship while working extended shifts and compressed outage schedules
• Participate in FLHAs, toolbox meetings, safety programs, and site-specific orientation requirements
• Collaborate effectively with supervision, inspectors, pipefitters, and other trades to meet shutdown milestones
• Ensure all welding activities meet applicable client, regulatory, and quality assurance standards

Benefits

• Travel provided
• Various shifts available
• Work in all weather conditions
• Weekly payment of wages
• Extended health benefits provided by CLAC
• Camp provided
• Extended health and dental
• Vision care
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• Access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program
• Competitive retirement package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED