Welder-fitter helper
3 days ago
Drayton Valley AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada
Newforce Energy
Full-time
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Newforce Energy Services Ltd. is a diversified oilfield services company specializing in pipeline, facility, electrical, and instrumentation construction. We are seeking an experienced Welder's Helper to support field and shop operations while learning foundational skills required to progress toward a skilled Welder role.
Competitive wages
Dental, vision, disability, extended health, and life insurance
Opportunities for career development into Lead Hand and Journeyman roles
Welder's Helper supports welders and crew leadership by performing general labour, material handling, tool operation, and basic welding tasks under direct supervision. This role focuses on hands-on learning, safe work habits, and assisting with all aspects of pipeline and facility construction.
Industry‑standard responsibilities for a Welder's Helper include handling tools and materials and performing basic assembly or preparation work.
Welder’s Helper also assists with cutting, measuring, heating, cleaning, and preparing metal components while working under supervision to gain technical experience.
Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean abstract
~ Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs and working long shifts outdoors
~ Assist Welders with measuring, cutting, and preparing pipe sections for welding
Load, unload, and move materials to designated work areas
Use basic hand tools (hammer), power tools (grinders, saws) under supervision
Clean and prepare piping components, fittings, and materials
Learn to read simple drawings, tags, and material markings under guidance
Support the crew in maintaining tool inventories and reporting damaged tools
Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
~10-hour average shifts with overtime as required
~ Exposure to heavy machinery, noise, and industrial hazards
Job Type
Full-time under Alberta Construction labour laws
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and life insurance benefits after 3 months
Job Type
Full-time under Alberta Construction labour laws
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and life insurance benefits after 3 months