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Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team at Magnum Steel Inc. is committed to delivering high-quality steel products and exceptional service. With years of experience in the industry, we ensure precision and excellence in every project we undertake.

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Jim McClurg

Owner/President/Journeyman

I got into welding because I wanted to start an apprenticeship trade to support my young family. Before starting Magnum Steel Inc., I worked in other welding shops and did oil field work. My favorite welding method is MIG since it’s fast and efficient. Outside of work, I enjoy camping, dirt biking, and boating.

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Krista McClurg

Marketing & Client Relations

I’m a SAIT marketing graduate and recently joined Magnum Steel Inc. as the marketing manager. Before this, I ran my own dayhome business for six years, but saw an opportunity to help grow Magnum’s brand, so I returned to school to make it happen. In my free time, I enjoy camping, horseback riding, and reading.

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Colin Plester

Lead Fabricator

I learned to weld as a teenager while working for my dad’s business, which sparked my interest in the trade. Before joining Magnum Steel Inc., I custom-built small sleepers for semi trucks. My favorite welding method is aluminum MIG since it’s how I first learned to weld. In my free time, I love playing with my son, Nico.

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Callan McClurg

2nd Year Welder Apprentice

I got into welding through school and because my dad is a journeyman welder—it runs in the family. Before joining Magnum Steel Inc., I worked at a seed plant, mixing and bagging seeds. My favorite welding method is stick welding since it takes real skill, burns hotter, and gives a cleaner finish. In my free time, I enjoy camping, dirt biking, building things, and working on mechanics. Vroom vroom!

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Owen Aldridge

1st Year Welder Apprentice

I got into welding because it’s a competitive trade that pushes me to grow every day, and I enjoy seeing my work used in real projects. Before Magnum Steel Inc., I worked at a golf course for two years and spent two summers at an oil tool shop. My favorite welding method is stick welding—it’s challenging but produces clean, strong welds. Outside of work, I’m into motorcycles, the gym, and welding as a hobby.

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Colin Doussept

Owner/Director/Journeyman

I’ve always enjoyed building things, which naturally led me to the welding trade. Before starting Magnum Steel Inc., I worked for a pipefitting company as well as construction of  interior and exterior residential developments My favorite welding method is TIG because it’s precise, accurate, and visually clean. In my free time, I enjoy hockey, golfing, hiking, walking, and traveling.

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Ceilidh Price

Communications Advisor

With over 25 years in marketing communications, I’ve always admired the trades and enjoy applying my skills in a new industry. My background as a journalist fuels my curiosity (read: snoopiness) and makes meeting people from all walks of life especially fun. In my spare time, I enjoy people-watching, reading, and spending time with my dog and my horse.

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James Rivers

3rd Year Welder Apprentice

I got into welding back in high school and knew then it was the career I wanted to pursue. Before joining Magnum Steel Inc., I fabricated flat decks. My favorite welding method is TIG because it’s challenging but produces high-quality welds. In my free time, I enjoy weightlifting, drawing, and welding.

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Brodie Ham

1st Year Welder Apprentice

I got into welding through school—I really enjoyed the class and it sparked my interest in the trade. Before starting at Magnum Steel Inc., I worked on the maintenance crew at a golf course. My favorite welding method is stick welding because it makes me feel like I’m on a pipeline crew. ;-) Outside of work, I enjoy dirt biking and playing basketball.

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Ashlyn Ham

Level 1 Welding Inspector

I got into welding after helping my grandpa restore my first truck, a 1988 F150. That experience led me to take welding in school and pursue it as a career. Before Magnum Steel Inc., I worked at a structural shop in Calgary and earned a Welding Engineering Technology diploma from SAIT, along with my CWB Level 1 certification. I enjoy stick welding for its versatility and TIG for its precision. In my free time, I like working out, hiking, camping, and playing volleyball.

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