Journeyperson Welder

Geraldton, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

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Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 9, 2027
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Journeyperson Welder is responsible for operating various welding and metal-shaping equipment to fuse and repair metal components on heavy industrial machinery. They must also mentor apprentices, ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and maintain accurate documentation for site operations.

Job details

Position Scope The Nuna Group of Companies is now accepting resumes for Journeyperson Welder with large earthworks construction / mining project experience. We offer: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotations; 12-hour days Competitive hourly rates with Overtime Pay (1.5x), Fly in and fly out. Travel and accommodation provided. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), plasma arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding and submerged arc welding (SAW) Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment Operate brazing and soldering equipment Operate metal shaping machines such as brakes, shears and other metal straightening and bending machines Repair worn parts of metal products by welding on extra layers. Mentor apprentices and support employee development and training. Attends daily and weekly safety meetings and provides a safe work environment. Daily documentation and correspondence between client and company on performance of crew and equipment as described in the applicable contract. Ensure QAQC forms and red-line drawing packages are being completed properly and submitted in a timely manner. Ensure work orders are being filled out properly with quality information. Must follow standard safety operating procedures. Prioritize and schedule repairs in collaboration with operations and site supervisors. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and mine site policies. Qualifications Qualifications: Certification: Valid provincial Journeyman Welder Certificate (or Red Seal endorsement). Experience: 3 to 5+ years of hands-on metal fabrication and all-position welding experience on larger industrial heavy equipment used in the mining and earthworks industry; (Earthworks, Civil construction, and Mining). Technical Skills: Proficiency in metallurgy, heat effects on metals, fit-up tolerances, and equipment troubleshooting. Physical Demands: Ability to lift heavy materials (often 35–50 lbs), stand for long periods, and work in varied shop or field environments. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Have a valid Class 5 Driver's License. Eligible to work and reside in Canada. Summary Nuna is committed to the principle of employment equity. We welcome diversity and encourage all who are qualified to express their interest. We thank all who apply but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Overview Nuna is the largest Inuit-owned heavy civil construction, earthworks, and mine construction contractor in Canada. Nuna Logistics is a highly regarded civil construction company with hundreds of employees working across the Arctic and Northern Canada. Working often in remote locations, Nuna offers unique on-the-job experience and opportunity to build an exciting career. Our multi-disciplined teams provide a comprehensive array of services and innovative solutions to the most challenging and remote sites in northern Canada. Nuna's core values of: Safety - Integrity - Teamwork - Respect for Cultural Diversity and for Community & Environment; reflect our reputation as a safe, cost-effective, and innovative operator in the north.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid provincial Journeyman Welder Certificate or Red Seal endorsement and possess 3 to 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial metal fabrication. A valid Class 5 Driver's License and the ability to work in remote field environments are also required.