WELDING ESTIMATORS - WORK HARD! PLAY HARD!
Join the industry leaders in heavy equipment maintenance and become part of something truly earth-moving!
We are excited to announce a brand NEW, state-of-the-art, 100,000-square-foot facility in Fort McKay!! NEW positions are available!
This impressive facility features 21 additional bays - dedicated to maintenance, welding, and wash services - all designed to streamline the daily maintenance and repair of our heavy equipment and light vehicle fleet, as well as a NEW warehouse.
Why Choose Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals?
With 25 years of excellence, Heavy Metal Equipment and Rentals is proud to be North America’s largest heavy equipment rental company offering both rental services and comprehensive maintenance and repair solutions for heavy equipment.
At Heavy Metal, you're more than just a team member – you’re family. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance, and opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive, high-performance environment.
The Fort McKay expansion is providing opportunities for 2* NEW Welding Estimators*.
The Job:
Welding Estimators are responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for welding and fabrication projects. This role involves analyzing project specifications, interpreting drawings, estimating materials and labour requirements, and preparing proposals to support competitive and profitable bids.
A strong technical welding knowledge combined with proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint) is essential for preparing reports, analysis, and client-facing presentations.
An excellent Welding Estimator will:
- Be an estimator that strives to provide the highest levels of service and quality of work with Heavy Metal's best interest at the forefront of all tasks
- Be highly motivated and self-driven to do their best work every day
- Be able to build and maintain strong positive relationships and work culture
- Be proactive, able to think on your feet, and have exceptional speed and agility to remain competitive in the market
- Be prepared to go the extra mile to achieve the desired results
- Have exceptional organizational skills
In pursuing a career with us, you are opening the door to a fulfilling career with a dynamic company that continues to grow and develop. We know that great people are the key to the success of our business!
What’s in it for YOU?
- Competitive base salary – PLUS 6.5% Regional Premium and bonuses!
- Top-notch compensation – benefits, RRSP matching, housing allowance, and more.
- Comprehensive benefits – health, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
- Career growth – we provide ongoing safety training, development, and certification support.
Work at the Heart of Canada’s Energy Sector
Based in the Alberta Oil Sands (Fort McMurray/Wood Buffalo Region), you’ll work a 14 on/14 off rotation, in a safety-first environment. Shifts are 12 hours long, starting at 6:45.
As a Welding Estimator, you will be expected to:
Safety:
- Adhere to, promote, and enforce all company, contractual, legislated, and client safety initiatives, project estimation, and analysis including:
Project Estimation and Analysis:
- Review equipment repair scopes, technical drawings, and work orders for heavy haul trucks, dozers, shovels, and other large mining equipment.
- Determine welding requirements, materials, consumables, and workforce needed for shop and field-based work in Oil Sands conditions.
- Prepare accurate cost estimates including labor, equipment, parts, subcontractor services, and overhead.
- Ensure compliance with CSA, OH&S, and client safety standards while factoring in site-specific conditions.
- Track actual vs. estimated costs to improve forecasting accuracy over time.
Bid Proposal and Development:
- Prepare detailed, professional proposals for client review (Syncrude, Suncor, CNRL, Fort Hills, etc.).
- Work closely with supervisors, management and procurement to ensure estimates align with operational capabilities.
- Provide cost breakdowns, value-added options, and risk considerations to management and clients.
Reporting & Communication:
- Excel: Build and manage cost models, benchmarking sheets, and comparative analysis tools.
- PowerPoint: Create professional presentations to communicate estimates, justifications, and project outcomes to clients and leadership.
- Communicate clearly with supervisors, tradespeople, and leadership to ensure alignment on project expectations.
Bonus Perks for Commuters
Not local? No problem! We offer commuter support, plus shared accommodations with transportation to and from the worksite.
What We Need From YOU:
- A desire to make a difference and take pride in your work
- A minimum of 2 years of experience estimating welding or heavy equipment repair work; Oil Sands experience is preferred
- Knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, FCAW, GTAW) and heavy equipment repair
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and OEM manuals.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Excel (spreadsheets and cost models) and PowerPoint (presentations)
- Exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and good with numbers
- Able to work under pressure in a demanding environment and meet tight deadlines
- Strong commitment to safety and quality of work
- Strong ethics and compliance with rules and regulations
- Collaborative communication style at all levels of the organization, demonstrating an open, honest, and consistent approach to working with others
- Excellent Customer Service skills
As part of our Hiring Process, YOU will be asked to:
- Provide a minimum of a Class 5 Driver's License and a clean Driver's Abstract
- Provide a criminal record check
- Complete drug and alcohol screening with a negative result
- Complete a fitness evaluation related specifically to your position
- Provide copies of current certifications (if you do not have any of the training required to be on-site, we will provide it for you)
Apply today by sending your resume and cover letter by fax to 780-672-8599 or by email indicating Welding Estimator in the subject line.
We thank you for your interest in this position; however, only those selected will be contacted for further pre-employment screening and interviews. Employment is conditional on negative pre-employment drug and alcohol screening results and the ability to meet the physical demands of this position. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Main Address:
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals
4613 41 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 2Y8
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Experience:
- Estimating: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
