Structural Plate Fitter

AB
On-site
Posted Sep 19, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Structural Plate Fitter is responsible for laying out, marking, and fitting structural and plate assemblies according to blueprints while maintaining quality standards. They also provide guidance and mentorship to apprentices and laborers to ensure safe and efficient production workflows.

Job details

Build the Future of Energy Transfer Solutions. Fit It. Weld It. Lead It. At Sky Eye, we're not just building equipment. We're building industry-leading solutions that move energy safely and efficiently across North America and beyond. From concept and design through fabrication and field service, our team takes pride in delivering exceptional products that stand up to the toughest environments. If you're a Journeyperson Welder with strong plate fitting experience, enjoy working on large, complex fabrications, and take pride in producing high-quality work, we'd like to meet you. We're growing, and we're looking for a Structural Plate Fitter / Journeyperson Welder to join our Production Team in Acheson, Alberta. Why Join #TeamSkyEye? ✅ Work on unique, custom-built equipment and structures ✅ Be part of a growing Alberta success story with global ambitions ✅ Join a team that values safety, quality, and craftsmanship ✅ Mentor the next generation of tradespeople and apprentices ✅ Enjoy a positive shop culture where teamwork and respect matter About the Role This role is ideal for a Journeyperson Welder who has developed strong plate fitting and structural fabrication experience and enjoys taking ownership of projects from layout to final fit-up. You'll be responsible for interpreting fabrication drawings, laying out and fitting structural steel and plate components, producing precise tolerance-critical assemblies, and supporting welders and apprentices throughout the fabrication process. While this is not a formal leadership position, you'll play an important role in mentoring apprentices, sharing your knowledge, and helping maintain the quality standards Sky Eye is known for. If you're the type of tradesperson who takes pride in a clean fit-up, catches issues before they become problems, and enjoys helping others develop their skills, you'll fit right in. What Makes You a Great Fit? You're someone who: Puts safety first, every time Holds yourself and others to a high standard of quality Has strong structural fitting and plate fabrication experience Can confidently read and interpret fabrication and assembly drawings Understands layouts, tolerances, geometry, and fabrication math Produces clean, accurate fit-ups ready for welding Has experience with rigging, overhead cranes, and shop equipment Communicates well and works collaboratively with welders, QC, and production teams Enjoys coaching, mentoring, and supporting apprentices Brings a positive, team-first attitude to work each day Preferred Qualifications Journeyperson Welder certification Significant experience fitting structural steel and plate fabrications Experience working in a custom fabrication or manufacturing environment Working knowledge of CWB fit-up and welding standards Ability to tack weld and prepare assemblies for final welding What You'll Be Doing Reviewing fabrication drawings and project requirements Planning layouts and fit-ups for structural and plate assemblies Measuring, marking, fitting, and preparing materials to specification Tack welding and securing assemblies prior to final welding Ensuring assemblies meet dimensional and quality requirements Working closely with welders and QC personnel to resolve fit-up issues Assisting with continuous improvement and fabrication efficiencies Mentoring apprentices and helping develop their trade skills Participating in daily safety meetings, FLHAs, and shop safety initiatives Maintaining tools, equipment, and a clean work environment Build Something Bigger With Us At Sky Eye, our vision is simple: to become Global Leaders in Energy Transfer Solutions. We believe that starts with great people who care about quality, safety, and each other. If you're a skilled Journeyperson Welder with plate fitting expertise looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and see where a career with #TeamSkyEye can take you.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess thorough knowledge of structural fitting processes, tools, and equipment, along with strong math and blueprint reading skills. Experience with rigging, overhead cranes, and basic welding processes is required to perform precise, tolerance-critical fit-ups.