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Strike Group

Apprentice Pipefitter

Crossfield, AB

POSITION SUMMARY Apprentice Pipefitters possess the full range of knowledge required to lay out ... Prepare pipe and fittings for tacking, hoisting, and rigging * Hydrotest, assemble, and install ...

Strike Group

Apprentice Pipefitter

Bonnyville, AB

POSITION SUMMARY Apprentice Pipefitters possess the full range of knowledge required to lay out ... Prepare pipe and fittings for tacking, hoisting, and rigging * Hydrotest, assemble, and install ...

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How much do apprentice rigger jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice rigger in Alberta is $19.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Apprentice Rigger, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice Rigger, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical fitness, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supported by safety training certifications. Familiarity with rigging equipment, hand and power tools, and understanding safety systems like OSHA guidelines are commonly required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help ensure safe and efficient operations on-site. These skills and qualities are crucial for preventing accidents and supporting smooth lifting and assembly tasks in construction and industrial settings.

What are the typical challenges faced by an Apprentice Rigger, and how can they be addressed?

Apprentice Riggers often face challenges such as adapting to physically demanding work, learning proper safety procedures, and understanding how to use a variety of rigging equipment. It's common to work at heights or in adverse weather conditions, so staying vigilant and proactive about safety is essential. Effective communication and teamwork are also crucial, as riggers frequently coordinate with crane operators, engineers, and other trades. Seeking guidance from experienced riggers and participating in ongoing training can help apprentices overcome these challenges and build confidence in their skills.

What is the difference between Apprentice Rigger vs Rigger?

AspectApprentice RiggerRigger
CertificationsBasic safety and rigging certifications, on-the-job trainingAdvanced rigging certifications, experience-based
Work EnvironmentSupervised, training-focused, construction or industrial sitesIndependent, complex rigging tasks, construction, entertainment, or industrial sites
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with rigging setup, learning safety protocolsPerforming rigging, setting up heavy equipment, ensuring safety standards

In summary, an Apprentice Rigger is in training, focusing on learning rigging basics under supervision, while a Rigger has more experience and handles complex rigging tasks independently.

What are Apprentice Riggers?

Apprentice Riggers are entry-level workers who assist experienced riggers in setting up and securing heavy loads for lifting, moving, or construction projects. They learn to use ropes, pulleys, cranes, and other equipment to safely lift and transport materials. Apprentice Riggers typically work under supervision while gaining hands-on experience and training in safety protocols, load calculations, and proper rigging techniques. Their role is essential in industries like construction, shipping, and entertainment, where precise and secure handling of heavy objects is required.
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Welder Apprentice

Jardeg-Construction

Fort Mackay, AB

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

 
Position: Welder Apprentice 
 
Project Type: Maintenance
 
Project Location: Imperial Oil Kearl 
 
Shift: Day 
 
Schedule: 14 Days On 14 Days Off 
 
Accommodations: Camp
 
Travel Details: Fly to and from site
 
GC: Graham
 
Allied Partner: Heartland Constructors Inc.
 
Reference Number: 31269 
 
 

Jardeg is hiring a Welder Apprentice to join the Heartland Constructors maintenance team at the Imperial Oil Kearl site in Fort MacKay, Alberta. Charter flights are provided from Calgary/Edmonton to site! Shift schedules will be on 14 days on, 14 days off, 12 hours per day. While working on site, workers will be staying at the Wapasu camp which will provide hot meals, lodging, workout facility, Wi-Fi and much more! 

Welders join or sever metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components, make metal parts used in construction and manufacturing plants, and weld parts, tools, machines and equipment. Welders develop patterns for projects or follow directions given in layouts, blueprints and work orders, as well as clean, check for defects and shape component parts, sometimes using a cutting torch and welding parts together.

Responsibilities:

  • Have thorough knowledge of metals, arc electrodes, welding gases and gas welding filter rods.
  • Join or sever metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components under supervision
  • Able to prepare, fit up and bridge tack weld pipe for SMAW/GTAW process.
  • Have a working knowledge of the welding equipment involved with various welding procedures

Minimum Requirements:

  • Energy Safety Canada Certified Common Safety Orientation (CSO) 
  • Energy Safety Canada Certified Fall Protection
  • Energy Safety Canada Certified Confined Space
  • Energy Safety Canada Certified Wood Buffalo Awareness
  • Energy Safety Canada Certified Fire Watch
  • Basic Rigging (In-person course)
  • Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Welder Apprenticeship Certificate

COME AND GET YOUR BOOTS DIRTY!

At Jardeg, we power the workforce behind Graham and its trusted workforce partners, recruiting skilled trades and construction professionals who help deliver complex projects across Canada. If you’re a tradesperson working in Canada, our reach across commercial, infrastructure, and industrial construction - as well as maintenance and turnaround projects - means we offer more than just a job. We offer a lifetime of work.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accessibility modifications are available by request to your recruiter for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

While Jardeg facilitates recruitment, skilled tradespeople are employed by our workforce partners and may be subject to fitness-for-duty requirements to ensure safety on site.

Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from third-party recruitment agencies will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg. 

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