Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Welder Fitter to join our fabrication team. In this role, you will read blueprints, lay out, cut, fit, and weld metal components to build custom structures. You will ensure all finished products meet strict quality standards, tight tolerances, and workplace safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and welding symbols to plan layout and assembly.
- Layout and Fitting: Measure, mark, cut, align, and fit metal components together using clamps, jigs, and fixtures prior to final welding.
- Welding Operations: Fuse ferrous and non-ferrous metals using processes such as MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW) and Flux-Cored (FCAW) welding.
- Metal Preparation and Shaping: Operate fabrication equipment including plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches, grinders and saws.
- Quality Inspection: Inspect welds and finished assemblies using measuring tools to verify dimensional accuracy and structural integrity.
- Equipment and Material Handling: Set up and maintain welding machines, and safely operate overhead cranes or forklifts to move heavy materials.
- Workplace Safety: Follow all company safety policies, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintain a clean work area.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a welding or metal fabrication apprenticeship program is an asset.
- Certifications: Valid welding tickets (such as Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) or American Welding Society (AWS) certifications) in relevant positions and processes.
- Experience: 5–7 years of hands-on experience in structural, custom metal, and welding.
- Technical Skills: Strong mathematical aptitude and proficiency with tape measures, squares, levels, and calipers. Familiar with building jigged or fixtured products.
- Safety Training: Current certifications in workplace safety
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in various positions, and lift up to 25 kg / 50 lbs.
Preferred Assets
- Experience working with specialty metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, or chrome carbide overlay.
- Robotic welding experience
- Laser welding experience
- Valid forklift or overhead crane operator license.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage with overtime opportunities.
- Opportunities for skill development and additional welding certifications.
Compensation: $27.00 – $34.00 per hour, based on experience and tickets