Journeyperson Welder, Field Service

Job Overview

Take Your Welding Skills to the Field and Work on the Biggest Equipment in Mining- if you’re a welder who likes solving real problems, working on massive machines, and being part of a crew that gets things done, this role is built for you. You’ll work in the field on heavy mining equipment, use your full range of welding skills, and take on work that actually challenges you. If you want variety, responsibility, and the chance to work with top‑tier tradespeople, this is it.

Reports to: General Supervisor, Field Service
Shift: 7x7, rotation of days/nights
Allowances: Additional allowances may be associated with this position due to location
Safety Sensitive: Yes- drug & alcohol testing, physical demand fit testing, RCMP criminal record check and submission of 5-year provincial driving record will be required.
Travel: up to 25% within Canada and potentially some in the USA
Relocation: This position does not offer relocation

Key Job Responsibilities

• Weld, repair, service, and inspect heavy mining equipment
• Work with GMAW, FCAW, SMAW in all positions and wire sizes
• Read and interpret blueprints and follow company quality standards
• Use oxy/fuel cutting equipment and electric welding machines
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe
• Look out for your crew and maintain a strong safety culture

Qualifications/Requirements

• Journeyperson Welder (Red Seal preferred); NDT/CWB an asset
• Experience with P&H or Joy equipment is a bonus
• No restrictions for accessing any mine site
• Heat‑treating and 1/16 wire experience are assets
• Valid, unrestricted class 5 driver’s license
• Able to lift 50 lbs safely
• Strong customer‑service mindset and solid communication
• Organized, safety‑focused, and able to work independently
• Comfortable working in remote locations and supporting other trades when needed

Additional Information

This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization. The position is currently open, and we are actively seeking a candidate for immediate placement. The successful applicant will fill a vital role that is ready to be stepped into without delay. Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to assist with interview scheduling and other administrative tasks during the hiring process. However, AI is not used in candidate screening, evaluation, or selection decisions. All hiring decisions are made by our human hiring teams and your application will be reviewed and considered personally by one of them. 

Accommodation during the recruitment process is available on request. While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment. 

Note to Recruiters: Komatsu and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Komatsu, directly or indirectly, will be considered Komatsu property. Komatsu will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written, and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.