QA/QC Welding Inspector

Company Overview

Omineca is a leading industrial contractor providing fabrication, welding, machining, maintenance and pressure piping services across Western Canada and the United States. We take pride in delivering safe, high-quality work to key industrial sectors (sawmills, pulp mills, mines, and plants).

At Omineca, we are driven by our passion for excellence. This same drive and energy is reflected at every level of our operations from the office to the shop floor to our project worksites.

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Welding Inspector to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural and pressure welding as well as piping installations with expertise in non-destructive testing procedures and visual weld inspection.

During peak periods, this position will focus primarily on quality control and weld inspection. During slower inspection periods, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to leverage their welding skills as a certified welder.

This position plays a key role within our company as it ensures superior weld quality and upholds Omineca's reputation for excellence in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Visual inspections on welds and installations per code requirements.
• Review and validate WPS, PQR, and welder performance qualifications.
• Maintain welder logbooks and documentation as required by TSBC for corporate Class A license compliance.
• Coordinate and review NDE (RT, UT, MT, PT) with third-party contractors, evaluate indications, issue nonconformance reports, and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Prepare weld maps, traceability records, inspection reports, and data books for client and TSBC turnover.
• Support TSBC audits, inspections, and design registration requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to welders/fabricators on code adherence and procedural compliance.
• Perform structural and pressure-piping welding (in shop or field).
• Assist with spooling, fit-up, alignment, preheat/post heat, weld repair, etc.
• Troubleshoot fabrication, welding, or piping installation issues to support project execution.
• Travel to customer sites / remote locations as required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 CWB Certified Visual Welding Inspector for CSA W178.2 ( Level 3 considered an asset).
• 3–5+ years experience in welding inspection with specialization in pressure piping/fabrication.
• Prior experience within a CWB-certified shop (CSA W47.1 / W47.2/W59)
• Class A pressure welder with proven experience in pressure pipe welding within a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Proven ability to run welds in compliance with code (ASME, CSA).
• Working knowledge of ASME IX, ASME B31.1 / B31.3, CSA B51 (or equivalent).
• Strong documentation and reporting skills (ITPs, weld maps, NCRs, data books).
• NDE certifications (RT, UT, MT, PT) or experience coordinating NDE.
• Familiarity with TSBC Class A pressure piping program requirements.
• Experience in industrial / heavy construction environments (sawmills, pulp mills, mining, etc.).
• Strong computer skills and ability to work within Excel, Adobe Acrobat or Blue Beam, Gmail, etc.

Benefits

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• PPE Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Company Events
• Training and Development Opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Licence/Certification:

• Level 2 Weld Inspector (required)

Location:

• Prince George, BC V2K 4K9 (preferred)

Work Location: In person