Refractory Pin Welder

Location: Exshaw, Alberta

Position Type: Contract

Hours Per Day: 12 hours per day

Company Overview:
GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success for them and our business partners. We work across Canada and industries including mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we particularly emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.

Job Overview:
GrizzlyTrek is currently seeking one Refractory Pin Welder to join our Valued Clients team at a mineral processing plant in Exshaw, Alberta. This is a contract position, ideally suited to an individual committed to excellence and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Perform stud and pin welding for refractory linings in kilns, cyclones, and processing vessels
• Interpret drawings and specifications related to refractory systems and welding layouts
• Inspect weld quality and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure proper setup, calibration, and operation
• Follow all site-specific safety procedures and actively participate in safety meetings and hazard assessments

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in refractory pin welding within industrial or processing plant environments
• Valid CWB certification or equivalent welding qualifications
• Experience working in shutdowns, turnarounds, or maintenance projects
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding procedures
• Valid safety certifications (e.g., CSTS, WHMIS, Confined Space, Fall Protection)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in mineral processing plants, cement plants, or similar heavy industrial operations
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) or forklift certification
• Familiarity with refractory installation and maintenance practices

Work Environment:

• Heavy industrial mineral processing facility with exposure to heat, dust, noise, and confined spaces
• Work may be performed at heights and in physically demanding conditions
• Strict adherence to PPE requirements and site safety protocols is mandatory

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage with overtime eligibility in accordance with provincial regulations
• Travel and accommodation support may be provided based on project requirements
• Opportunities for continued project work and advancement within GrizzlyTrek’s network

Comprehensive Benefits Package:
We offer a robust benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, including:

• Life insurance: $100,000 for the employee
• AD&D insurance: Matching life insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
• Dependent life insurance: $10,000 for spouse, $5,000 per child
• Extended health care: Drug, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing, and more
• Paramedical services: Annual coverage for services like chiro, physio, massage, and mental health
• Vision care: Glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
• Dental care: 80% basic/comp services ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children
• Travel insurance: Up to $5,000,000 per incident for trips up to 90 days

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