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The Tunneling Company offers a range of fit-to-purpose tunneling solutions, including: Guided Boring, Down-the-Hole Hammer, Auger Boring, Pipe Ramming and more. We manage the entire process from pre-planning and design through to construction.

We are currently seeking skilled and driven Welders to join the team. This position will be responsible for determining what welding equipment and methods are to be used based on requirements; set-up components to specifications, prepare and align parts for welding, join components, repair holes and cut through materials using specialized welding equipment, repair machinery, inspect surfaces and structures and maintain equipment.

This position will report to the field supervisor that is assigned and/or to Operations and is primarily based out of Kamloops, BC with travel opportunities around the AB & BC area.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Fitting and welding large casing pipe (12” - 126” in diameter)
• Fitting and welding various steel components required for trenchless casing installations
• Ability to perform Submerged Arc Welding (SAW), experience with other welding methods would be beneficial: Gas Metal Arc (GMAW), Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) & Flux-Cored Arc (FCAW)
• Operate pipe beveling equipment
• Perform oxyfuel cutting when required
• Perform repairs to welding equipment such as welding machines, torches, bevelers, etc.
• Use hand tools, small power tools and portable equipment as required
• Welding, cutting, and grinding tasks as required
• Responsible for loading and unloading equipment on/off delivery and transportation vehicles, which may involve rigging and hoisting.
• Provide manual labour and ground support for moving equipment and materials on the worksite
• Position and set-up drilling equipment
• Maintain worksite & equipment, ensure material organization and cleanliness
• Participate in safety meetings, completing FLHA’s and Hazard ID’s
• Perform other duties as required

Experience and Training Requirements

Required

• 2+ years welding experience
• 2+ years experience with Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
• CWB Certified
• Journeyman Red Seal Ticket
• Valid Class 5 Driver Licence with a clean drivers abstract & reliable transportation
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test prior to employment
• Successfully complete a 50lbs, Level II Health Assessment
• Required to successfully pass a welding competency test prior to employment

Asset

• Safety tickets including but not limited to Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED, Rigging Training, WHMIS 2015

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Customer focused with a team player attitude
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail, mechanically inclined and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Additional Information

• Wage: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour (based on experience and certification level)
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Union: Unionized position (IUOE Local 115)
• Schedule: 21 days on / 7 days off rotation
• Shifts: 8–12 hour shifts with opportunities for overtime and weekend work
• Shift Types: Day and night shifts required

We would like to thank you for your interest in The Tunneling Company. All applications and resumes will be reviewed, those selected for an interview will be contacted to move forward through the recruitment process.