2nd or 3rd Year Welding Apprentices Wanted - Gouging Experience Needed

We are looking for Carbon Arc Gougers who want to bridge the gap between "just a job" and "mastering the craft." You’ll be working on heavy-wall pressure vessels—the kind of work that demands perfection and builds a bulletproof resume.

Why This is the Ultimate Apprentice Move:
Master the Groove: Get specialized experience in Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC-A) that most guys don't master until later in their careers.

Hours & Experience: Perfect for hitting your apprenticeship milestones while working on high-spec ASME code projects.

The Schedule: Work hard for 4 days, then disappear for 3. Every single week.

Precision Training: You aren't just "grinding"—you’re prepping seams for X-ray and UT inspection. This is where you learn what a "sound weld" actually looks like.

Advantages
Shift: Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (4x10s)

Wage: $26 – $38/hr (Aggressive rates based on your experience and proficiency)

Location: Nisku, AB (Reliable transport is a must)

The Perk: Weekly pay via Randstad and a permanent 3-day weekend.

Responsibilities
Back-Gouging: Removing the "root" to ensure 100% penetration on heavy-wall seams.

Defect Hunting: Clearing out slag and porosity so the final weld passes X-ray every time.

Shop Flow: Keeping the sub-arc operators and fitters moving by staying ahead of the prep work.

Blueprint Basics: Reading shop drawings and following ASME standards for pressure vessel prep.

Qualifications
Gouging Grit: You’ve spent time behind the torch and know how to maintain a consistent depth without blowing through the wall.

Apprentice Status: Currently registered 2nd or 3rd-year Welder.

Thick Skin: It’s hot, it’s noisy, and it’s heavy work. You’re the type who puts your headphones in, puts your head down, and crushes the task.

Quality Mindset: You understand that if your gouge is messy, the weld is messy. You take pride in "clean" prep.

Summary
Ready to Build Your Career?
We are moving fast to get the right people in the booth. If you’re an apprentice who isn't afraid of the "grit and grind," let’s talk.

To Apply:

Email: renee.paul@randstad.ca

Subject Line: Apprentice Gouger – Nisku

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