Industry: Coal Mining
Location: Tumbler Ridge BC
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 14/14
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Heavy-Duty Equipment Welder to join our team. This position is responsible for performing high‑quality welding, fabrication, and repair work on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment used in coal mining. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform welding repairs and fabrications on heavy-duty mining equipment, including:
- Haul trucks
- Shovels
- Dozers
- Loaders
- Excavators
- Other surface mining equipment
- Conduct inspections to identify structural wear, cracks, and component failures.
- Execute FCAW & SMAW welding processes with precision.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and repair manuals.
- Work collaboratively with maintenance teams to diagnose issues and minimize equipment downtime.
- Operate cutting torches, grinders, and other shop fabrication tools.
- Ensure all work meets safety, regulatory, and company standards.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, materials used, and equipment condition.
Qualifications
- Journeyman Welder Certification (Required)
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with heavy industrial or mining equipment.
- Strong proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and oxy‑fuel cutting.
- Experience welding high‑strength steels and wear-resistant materials
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and challenging environments.
- Familiarity with mine safety procedures and OH&S regulations
- Valid driver’s license with clean abstract; ability to operate mobile welding trucks
Preferred Assets
- Previous experience in the coal mining industry.
- Mobile equipment maintenance background.
- First Aid
Required Tickets
- Elevated Work Platform
- Fall Protection
What We Offer
- Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits.
- Stable long‑term employment in a high‑demand trade.
- Benefits
- A strong safety-first culture.
- Accommodations provided
About Industrial Metalwork Inc.
Industrial Metalwork Inc. is a mining and facility company based out of Tumbler Ridge BC and Grande Prairie, Alberta. We specialize in providing shop and field fabrication for facility and modular construction, maintenance and operations work on mining equipment, and fabrication for companies across Canada.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43.00-$50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tumbler Ridge, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Fluxcore & Gouging: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Journeyman Ticket (required)
Work Location: In person
