Journeyperson Ironworker
The Journeyperson Ironworker will read blueprints to install and align structural steel components using rigging and hoisting equipment. They will collaborate with other trades to complete turnaround projects while adhering to strict safety and quality regulations.
- On-site
- Fort McMurray, AB
- Posted Aug 3, 2026
- Apply by Nov 1, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Who We Are OCL Group Inc., is proudly 100% Canadian owned and operated. We are a privately held, employee-owned, fully integrated general contractor with design-build solutions across Western Canada. We have been serving the energy and municipal infrastructure markets since 2009. The formation of OCL was a direct result of a few long-tenured industry professionals with entrepreneurial spirits, wanting to get back to their roots and build an organization where people matter. Formed in 2009, OCL started their first project and began building around a business model focused on “People” and “Doing the Job Right”. Learn more about OCL here: www.oclgroup.ca About The Role We are currently recruiting experienced Journeyman Ironworker to join our team for a turnaround at CNRL Horizon, IPL Pioneer 2 Facility The successful candidate will work in a safety-first environment on a 10/4 schedule which switches to 6/1 for 3 weeks and then back to 10/4 schedule. You will be working 10hrs per day for pre and post turnaround, 12hrs per day during execution LOA is provided. Job Duties/Responsibilities Read and interpret blueprints and project drawings Install and align structural steel components including columns, beams and platforms Use cranes, rigging and hoisting equipment to lift and position heavy materials Bolt, weld or rivet steel assemblies per engineered specifications Work on elevated platforms and scaffolding within confined spaces or remote site areas Ensure proper handling and installation of steel in accordance with environmental and project safety regulations Collaborate with other trades and disciplines to meet schedule deadlines Adhere to OCL Group safety procedures. Skills/Education/Qualifications Journeyperson Ironworker Certification Experience with multiplate assembly is preferred and considered an asset. Previous experience working in an industrial setting is an asset Strong rigging, fitting and steel erecting experience Must have valid safety tickets: CSTS-09, WHMIS 2015, H2S Alive, Fall Protection. Ensure a safe team environment Adhere to all company and worksite safety and quality processes and procedures. Strong communication skills Desire to work in a team environment Comfortable working outside in various weather conditions Must be legally eligible to work in Canada Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test OCL Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
What you’ll do
The Journeyperson Ironworker will read blueprints to install and align structural steel components using rigging and hoisting equipment. They will collaborate with other trades to complete turnaround projects while adhering to strict safety and quality regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Journeyperson Ironworker Certification and possess valid safety tickets including CSTS-09, WHMIS 2015, H2S Alive, and Fall Protection. Previous experience in an industrial setting and strong rigging and fitting skills are required.
Benefits
• Living Out Allowance
Listed skills
- TeamworkPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Structural steel installation
- Blueprint reading
- Rigging
- Hoisting
- Welding
- Multiplate assembly
- Industrial safety
- Scaffolding
- Fitting
- Steel erecting
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Project Drawings
- Journeyman Ironworker
- Fall Protection
- Safety Procedures
- Riveting
- Communication
- Structural Steel
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
- Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
- Network Switches
Job areas
- Trades
- Construction
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Journeyman Ironworker
- Iron / Steel Worker
- Structural Metal Preparers and Erectors
- Structural Iron and Steel Workers
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Nov 1, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
