Welder (B-Pressure)

B-Pressure Pipeline Welder
Location: Calgary, AB
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time 

Position Summary We are seeking experienced B-Pressure Pipeline Welders to join a growing oil and gas construction team. The successful candidate will perform welding activities on pipeline and pressure piping systems while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship, safety, and productivity.

This role is ideal for welders with experience in oil and gas construction, transmission pipelines, facilities, compressor stations, and pressure piping installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding on pipeline and pressure piping systems in accordance with approved WPS requirements
• Complete root, hot, fill, and cap welds using approved welding procedures
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, welding procedures, and construction specifications
• Prepare, align, fit, and weld pipe to project specifications
• Conduct pre-heating, post-heating, and welding activities in accordance with applicable codes and procedures
• Ensure weld quality meets client specifications and NDT requirements
• Operate and maintain welding equipment
• Collaborate with pipefitters, labourers, supervisors, and inspection personnel
• Complete daily documentation and quality records
• Maintain strict adherence to safety regulations and company policies
• Work in remote locations, camp settings, and varying weather conditions as required

Required Qualifications

• Valid Journeyperson Welder Certification
• Valid B-Pressure Welding Certification
• Red Seal Endorsement preferred
• Minimum 3–5 years of oil and gas welding experience
• Experience welding carbon steel pipe in pipeline or pressure piping environments
• Ability to successfully complete project-specific welding tests and qualifications
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Preferred Experience

• Mainline pipeline construction
• Oil & Gas facilities construction
• Compressor stations and terminal projects
• Pressure piping fabrication and installation

Experience With

• SMAW (Stick)
• FCAW
• GTAW/TIG Root Procedures

Additional Asset

• Previous CWB Certification

Safety Certifications Applicants should possess, or be willing to obtain:

• CSTS 2020
• H2S Alive
• Standard First Aid & CPR
• WHMIS 2015
• Ground Disturbance Level II
• Common Safety Orientation (CSO)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg)
• Ability to stand, kneel, crouch, and work in physically demanding environments
• Ability to travel and work rotational schedules, extended shifts, weekends, and overtime as required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive industry-leading compensation
• Overtime opportunities
• Camp accommodation and travel support as required
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Safe, supportive, and team-oriented work environment

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.