Welder

Job Category: Trades

Location: Key Lake  

Work Contract: Temp Full-Time H (K5) 

At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. We support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future.

Position and Responsibilities

• Performing predictive and preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure safe and reliable production.


• General welding work including but not limited to fabrication and field repairs.


• Proficient in SMAW and GMAW welding.


• Gouge metals using the air-arc gouging process.


• Proficient in reading blueprints, specifications, production layouts and technical drawings.


• Experienced with acetylene welding and cutting torch.


• Troubleshooting structure an equipment failures and documenting and performing repairs.

Education and Qualifications

Required:

• grade 12 diploma or equivalent;


• valid Saskatchewan or inter-provincial journeyperson welder ticket;


• demonstrated experience in hands on support of operations, technical and maintenance work teams;


• three to five years of industrial experience as a journeyperson;


• excellent safety record;


• valid class 5 driver’s license; and


• work a rotation schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Assets:

• working knowledge of SAP and basic computer literacy with willingness to learn new computer skills;


• valid Saskatchewan 2” XXS F3/F4 and F5/F6 welding certification; and


• CWB SMAW Welding Certification.

Conditions of Employment:

• trade verification; and


• pre-employment substance test.

Safety Sensitive Site

Req ID #: 42252

Rate per hour: 68.08

Posted: June 9, 2026                                                                                                        

Posting end date: June 30, 2026

Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement.  In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North.

The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will involve work at Safety Sensitive Sites or in Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test. 

Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement.  In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.