Job Description

4101 93 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6T4 Telephone: (780) 532-1790
Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of NPA. is one of Western Canada's largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.
Summary
Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of NPA Ltd. is looking for an enthusiastic, APPRENTICE WELDER (3rd, or 4th year) to work full-time in our Grande Prairie location.
Key Responsibilities

• Understanding of welding tools and equipment
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of safety procedures, basic welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Stick), and blueprint reading
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of advanced welding techniques, metallurgy, and welding symbols
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of welding fabrication, repair processes, and non-destructive testing methods
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of complex welding procedures and project management skills
• Ability to work safely and efficiently
• Other duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements

• 3rd or 4th year apprentice welder
• 2 years of prior working experience is an asset
• Physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis
• Knowledge of various types of construction equipment is an asset
• Prior experience working within a paving company is a definite asset
• Must comply with Drug and Alcohol testing requirements
• Ability to work overtime as required

What's In It For You?
Wapiti Gravel Suppliers is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.
Wapiti Gravel Suppliers is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, however, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.
Please enable JavaScript
Screen readers cannot read the following searchable map.