Welder, 3rd Year Apprentice or Journeyperson

As a Journeyperson Welder, you'll help keep critical mining and heavy equipment operating safely and reliably through high-quality repair, fabrication, and assembly work. We're looking for someone who is skilled, safety-focused, and committed to craftsmanship in a fast-paced industrial environment.

In this role, you'll work with Komatsu and other heavy-duty equipment, applying your technical expertise to support equipment performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys solving complex equipment challenges.

Base Wage: $52.31 per hour. Additional premiums apply
Location: Elkford, BC
Schedule: 14x14 rotation

What You'll Do

• Repair, fabricate, and assemble Komatsu and other heavy-duty industrial equipment.


• Interpret and follow layouts, blueprints, drawings, and work orders accurately.


• Modify and customize mobile equipment and components to customer specifications.


• Perform welding repairs to support equipment reliability and performance.


• Participate in failure analysis and collaborate with the Service Manager to develop repair solutions.


• Provide welding support primarily in the shop and occasionally in the field.


• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.


• Complete work efficiently while meeting quality and safety standards.

What You Bring

You bring Journeyperson or apprentice 3rd Year Welder certification and experience performing welding repairs on heavy industrial or mining equipment. You are committed to safe, high-quality workmanship and can work effectively with minimal supervision in demanding environments.

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation.


• Knowledge of maintenance and repair practices for mining or heavy equipment.


• Strong problem-solving skills to support equipment repair and failure analysis.


• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues and customers.

This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Ability to meet customer site access requirements, including:

• Pre-employment medical examination


• Drug & alcohol check


• 5-year commercial driver's abstract


• Ticket verification


• Weld Tests

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include: competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and employer-funded pension contributions.