Apprentice/Journeyman Welder

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As our Journeyman Welder you will be responsible for the safe maintenance of our 5,000 HP Shredder.

This role is based out of Edmonton, AB

The Team

You’ll join SECURE’ dedicated Maintenance team, working alongside skilled tradespeople and operations personnel to keep our equipment, facilities, and processing operations running safely and efficiently. As a Welder, you’ll play an important role in maintaining and repairing equipment, completing fabrication and welding projects, and supporting the day-to-day needs of the yard.

Our team values safety, teamwork, reliability, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. You’ll work in a fast-paced industrial environment where your skills directly contribute to keeping our operations moving.

Work Environment

This is a full time position working Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm. Overtime and Saturdays as required.

A Day in The Life

• Being responsible for maintenance and inspection of shredders.
• Performing the safe operation of tools and related equipment for the purposes of welding and fabrication.
• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Recognize defective welds, know the cause, and repair procedure for the defective area
• Fuse metals safety and effectively use prescribed welding applications
• Perform tasks in accordance with industry quality and production standards
• Helping with facility maintenance and clean-up as required
• Cleaning and performing preparation of work-sites for safe operation of equipment.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• Journeyman Welder from a recognized provincial training authority
• Experience in Theromo Lancing and FCAW Welding
• Experience with Fork Lift, Man Lift, Telehandler and Overhead Crane would be an asset.
• Air arc and stick welding repair experience is required
• A minimum of 5-10 years’ previous experience in a similar role
• Complete safety documentation in an accurate and timely manner
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, and moving containers and other heavy materials
• Ability to communicate effectively and express thoughts and ideas in a clear manner
• Physically fit, able to lift 50 pounds, and able to work on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to work in confined spaces

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which includes:
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health care spending account
• Employee wellness program
• Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives https://www.secure-energy.com/community-investment

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has a right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.