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Journeyman Welder

Remote – Manitoba/Saskatchewan

Reports to: General Superintendent

Department: Projects

At KBL, we do things differently. As Western Canada’s largest environmental waste management company—born in the North and built on resilience—we’ve grown by trusting our people, keeping them safe and backing bold ideas. We're proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies!

We’re looking for a Journeyman Welder to support our trenchless boring culvert crew. The Journeyman Welder is responsible for ensuring that all work is completed in a safe and timely fashion, while maintaining a clean, organized work site. This position must also adhere to our safety program and work as a contributing member with the KBL team. This is a field-based position, consisting of approximately 90% travel on a 10 - 4 rotation.

What You’ll Do

- Perform welding tasks on non pressurized pipe in accordance to industry quality and production standards.

- Have proficiency in structural and fabrication welding.

- Fabrication of steering heads.

- Welding repairs / modifications to casings and augers as needed

- Fuse metals safely and effectively using prescribed welding applications.

Who You Are

- Journeyman Welder.

- 3+ years welding experience.

- Able to effectively work as part of a team as well as independently.

What You Need

- Journeyman welder ticket.

- Ability to perform smaw, gmaw and fcaw process's.

- Ability to torch cutting (oxygen and plasma), grinding and air arc gouging as needed.

- Physically fit, able to lift 50 pounds, and able to work on feet for long periods of time.

- Ability to work in confined spaces.

- Ability to communicate effectively and express thoughts and ideas in a clear manner.

- Comfortable working in various weather conditions in all seasons.

- Ability to work away from home for extended periods of time.

We’re committed to providing a safe, supportive work environment. Reasonable accommodations are available to those who qualify.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Trust & Empowerment: Empowered culture with minimal bureaucracy- just real responsibility, ownership, and the flexibility to do your best work

- Be able to complete other duties such as operation of boring rig, and heavy equipment

- Growth & Agility: We’re entrepreneurial by nature—quick to adapt and deeply invested in your development

- Care & Commitment: From top-tier benefits (including $3,000 annually for psychological support) to a focus on safety and wellness, we put our people first

- Meaningful Impact: Your work helps build safer, cleaner communities across Canada and that’s something to be proud of

Why You’ll Love Our Perks

- Competitive wage, allowances and above-market benefits

- RRSP matching, Health Care Spending Account, Wellness account, and flexible work options where feasible

- Paid training and development opportunities, Manager training program, formal Employee Recognition program

We’re Proud of Where We Come From—and Where We’re Going

Founded in the North in 2006 and led by an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, KBL continues to grow with purpose and agility. We share our success with our people and invest in their well-being every step of the way.

KBL is committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please notify us if you require any.

Preference may be given to Indigenous applicants as per contractual requirements for certain postings. We encourage you to self-identify your Indigenous status and community on your resume if applicable.

Learn more and apply today at www.kbl.ca