Journeyman Welder — Structural Steel
About Weston Manufacturing Ltd.
Weston Manufacturing Ltd. is a family-owned structural steel fabrication company based in Fort Macleod, Alberta. We operate out of a modern, fully equipped facility and build large-scale steel structures. We take quality seriously and we're looking for a certified Journeyman Welder who does too.
We are hiring for both shifts
We have openings on both our morning and evening shifts. When you apply, you'll indicate which shift works best for you — and that's the shift you stay on. No rotation.
Morning shift = Monday–Friday · 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Evening shift +$2.00/hr = Monday–Thursday · 2:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
What you'll be doing
- Metal Core and Flux core welding on structural steel assemblies
- Reading and interpreting structural drawings and welding symbols
- Maintaining weld quality to CWB and shop standards
- Working alongside other journeymen in a production fabrication environment
What we're looking for
- Red Seal or CWB-certified Journeyman Welder
- Experience with MIG/FCAW in a structural or heavy fabrication environment
- Comfortable reading structural drawings and welding symbols
- Reliable, safety-conscious, and takes pride in their work
- Ability to commute to or relocate to Fort Macleod, AB
Preferred (not required)
- Experience specifically in large-scale structural steel fabrication
- Additional CWB qualifications beyond Red Seal
- Fit-up or layout experience
What we offer
- Competitive wages based on experience and certifications ($38–$39/hr) (+$2.00/hr for evening shift)
- Extended health, dental, and vision benefits (after 3-month probation)
- Banked Vacation Time
- Employee fuel discounts
- Safety, birthday, and annual milestone gift card rewards
- Employee Social Club
- Corporate golf pass — Fort Macleod Golf Club
- Monthly BBQs and annual team-building events
- Casual dress code
- Free on-site parking
Why Fort Macleod?
Fort Macleod sits at the edge of the Rockies — 30 minutes from Lethbridge, close to Waterton Lakes National Park and Crowsnest Pass. Low cost of living, short commutes, and access to hunting, fishing, hiking, and outdoor recreation that most Alberta cities can't match.
Benefits
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Casual dress
Schedule
- Morning: Monday to Friday
- Evening: Monday to Thursday (10-hour shifts) +2$/hr
- No rotating shifts
Ability to commute/relocate
- Fort Macleod, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Submit your resume through Indeed, or call our office at 403-553-0368 to set up an interview.
Also hiring apprentice welders — see our separate posting
Pay: $38.00-$39.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- What welding processes are you certified or experienced in?
- Do you hold a Red Seal or CWB certification? If so, which one(s)?
- Do you have experience in structural steel fabrication specifically?
- Which shift are you applying for — morning or evening?
Work Location: In person
