Air Arc Gouger

This role is based in our Nisku facility. With a heavy project backlog for energy and infrastructure sectors, we need operators who are ready to put their heads down and ensure our vessels meet the highest NDT standards.

The Schedule: Day Shift
Shift: Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (4x10s).

Wage: $30–$38/hr (Based on experience and proficiency).

The Perk: Enjoy a permanent 3-day weekend every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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

Wage: $30–$38/hr (Based on experience and proficiency).

The Perk: Enjoy a permanent 3-day weekend every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Weekly Pay through Randstad

Just put your earphones in, and get the job done!

Responsibilities
Precision Back-Gouging: Utilize Carbon Arc Gouging (CAG) to remove weld defects and prep the backside of seams on pressure vessels for 100% penetration welds.

Defect Removal: Identifying and removing slag, porosity, or inclusions to ensure all joints pass X-ray and UT inspections.

Material Prep: Cleaning and prepping heavy plate edges and nozzles according to shop drawings and ASME standards.

Production Flow: Maintaining a steady pace to ensure the fitters and sub-arc operators are never waiting on prep work.

Qualifications
Gouging Expertise: Proven experience with heavy-duty Air Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC-A) equipment. You must be able to maintain a consistent depth and groove profile.

Vessel Experience: Familiarity working on pressure vessels or large-scale tanks is highly preferred.

Tough-As-Nails Attitude: This is a "grit-and-grind" role. You must be comfortable working in a high-heat, noisy, and industrial environment with a heavy workload.

Quality Focused: A "zero-failure" mindset. You understand that your work is the foundation for a code-quality weld.

Journeyman Status: Journeyman Welders or Boilersmiths are a major asset and will be placed at the higher end of the wage scale.

Summary
We are moving fast to fill these positions. If you are a hardworking Gouger who takes pride in clean grooves and high-quality prep, apply today.

Email: renee.paul@randstad.ca

Subject Line: Carbon Arc Gouger – Nisku

Note: Reliable transportation to Nisku is required.

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