Pipeline Welder

SaskEnergy is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our team. The Pipeline Welder performs welding assignments on elevated pressurized systems for the installation, fabrication, modification and repair of storage, transmission and distribution systems and facilities in accordance with standards, specifications and accepted industry practices.

- Union. This position is permanent full time.

Core Responsibilities Daily Welding/Construction Assignments

- Plan for safe work procedures and take every reasonable precaution to protect self, other workers and the general public in the performance of duties including following all COMP's and procedures.

- Perform welding assignments on live lines of varying pressure, requiring all-position welding methods, in compliance with Corporate standards and federal and provincial regulations (as outlined in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and Canadian Standards Association codes).

- Perform welding assignments for storage, distributing and transmission facility fabrications in compliance with Corporate standards and federal and provincial regulations (that are capable of passing non-destructive testing i.e. radiography, magnetic particle and ultra-sonic testing, as outlined in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and Canadian Standards Association codes).

- Oversee the work of other employees/contractors as assigned, including training and guidance of the Pipeline Welder Apprentice.

- Assist and perform various construction duties for the installation, maintenance and repair of natural gas distribution and transmission facilities. This includes but not limited to weld, cut, coat and wrap steel pipe, cut and fuse polyethylene pipe, tap (isolate pipeline or redirect gas flow) distribution mains for the connection of service lines, pipe fitting, assemble and disassemble mechanical components, perform high-pressure taps.

- Perform other construction and welding related duties as required, including preparing for assignments.

Hot Taps and Hot Tie-Ins

- Perform hot taps and hot tie-ins, capable of passing non-destructive testing (i.e. radiography, magnetic particle and ultra sonic testing).

Daily Assignment and Welding Administration

- Interpret and perform calculations from construction drawings for system and facility fabrication and, if needed, inform designer of on-site discrepancy to design.

- For welding assignments completed, prepare required forms and reports, such as weld mapping blueprints.

- Perform service and maintenance on vehicles and equipment as required, including performing daily pre-trip inspections.

- Document assignment requirements, outlining such things as piping and materials used in fabrication, hours worked, vehicle mileage and costs incurred.

Qualifications

- Grade 12 or equivalent.

- Provincial or Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate of Qualification (Welder Certificate).

- Valid TSASK Pressure Welder’s Certificate (designated P1-F3-F4 on NPS-2 (Schedule 160) pipe).

- Four (4) years natural gas construction experience working on pressurized natural gas pipelines.

- Physically fit (documented by a physician’s certificate recognizing job requirements).

- Valid Class 1A driver's license (copy must accompany job applications).

Notes:

- Successful applicants who do not possess a 1A driver’s license are required to obtain the license prior to the expiration of the probationary period. On a one-time basis, the Company will pay the tuition fees for 1A training at an established educational institution and provincial examination fees during this time period. The applicants are required to attend any training and/or examinations on their own time.

- Successful applicants who do not possess a 1A license, will be required to provide the Commercial Driver’s Medical Report upon obtaining the medical for 1A license purposes.

Additional Information

- This job is routinely scheduled for standby.

- This job requires extended work hours.

- Travel, including overnight stays away from bid headquarters is required on occasion.

- This job requires significant travel time.

- This job is subject to call-out situations .

- This job is safety sensitive, and as such, is subject to the provisions of the Drug and Alcohol Policy (Pre-Employment or Pre-Placement for Safety Sensitive Positions).

Application Instructions

- Please apply online with your cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications.

- For more information on this position, please contact Human Resources at 306-777-9091.

Closing Date

December 31, 2025

$49.32 ($8,000.69)