Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technological innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company’s founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society.
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Competitive wages: base pay is $59.90/ hour. Discussion regarding full compensation package conducted upon initial pre-screen.
- Comprehensive benefits package (health & dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability)
- Health Care and Personal Wellness spending account
- Company-sponsored registered pension plan (RPP) and matching program.
- Safety boot voucher
- Paid vacation
- Company-supplied tools
- 4/5 Rating on Glassdoor
- Sustainable employment
- Ability to be a part of an exciting, innovative company developing new state-of-the-art technology and equipment
Please visit our website https://www.komatsu.com/careers/ for more information.
Job Overview
If you’re a Journeyperson Welder who takes pride in tackling big repairs, working on massive mining equipment, and getting the job done right the first time, this role puts you right where you want to be. You’ll work hands‑on in the field, take on challenging welds that keep heavy equipment moving, and be part of a skilled team that values safety, craftsmanship, and problem‑solving. With a 7x7 schedule, strong premiums, and the chance to work on some of the largest equipment in the industry, this is a great opportunity for welders who want variety, independence, and steady, rewarding work in Fort McMurray.
Reports to: General Supervisor, Field Services
Shift: 7x7- 12h per shift, rotation between days and nights
Allowances: Additional premiums and allowances are associated with this position due to location
Safety Sensitive: Yes- drug & alcohol testing, physical demand fit testing, RCMP criminal record check and submission of 5-year provincial driving record will be required
Travel: up to 25% within Canada and the USA
Relocation: This position does not offer relocation
Key Job Responsibilities
- Weld and repair mining equipment in the field and in the shop when needed
- Perform all‑position welding using GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW with various wire sizes
- Complete maintenance and repair work at client sites
- Read and interpret blueprints and follow company quality standards
- Use oxy/fuel cutting equipment and electric welding machines confidently
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Prioritize safety for yourself and your team
Qualifications/Requirements
- Journeyperson Welder certification (Red Seal preferred)
- Dual‑ticket in welding and machining is an asset
- 3–7 years of welding experience
- Experience repairing mining equipment such as trucks and shovels
- Line boring/machining experience and the ability to build up worn bores
- Comfortable working independently in both field and shop environments
- NDT or CWB experience is an asset
- Heat‑treating experience and familiarity with 3/32 wire is an advantage
- P&H mechanical experience is an asset
- Valid Alberta driver’s license
- Ability to access all mine sites without restrictions
Additional Information
This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization. The position is currently open, and we are actively seeking a candidate for immediate placement. The successful applicant will fill a vital role that is ready to be stepped into without delay. Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to assist with interview scheduling and other administrative tasks during the hiring process. However, AI is not used in candidate screening, evaluation, or selection decisions. All hiring decisions are made by our human hiring teams and your application will be reviewed and considered personally by one of them.
Accommodation during the recruitment process is available on request.While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment.
Note to Recruiters: Komatsu and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Komatsu, directly or indirectly, will be considered Komatsu property. Komatsu will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written, and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
At Komatsu (Joy Global Canada), we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.
We recognize and honour the deep history, cultures, and traditions of the Indigenous Peoples and Nations across Turtle Island. As part of our ongoing journey toward reconciliation, we are committed to building respectful and meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities throughout Canada. We acknowledge that our team members live, work, and connect on the traditional and ancestral homelands of Indigenous Peoples, and we strive to do so with humility, awareness, and respect.
