Overview
Profit Sharing and RRSP Matching Plan
Certified as Great Place to Work Canada 2019, 2020, 2021
Named as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
Employee Family Scholarship program
Flexible health benefits that work for you and your family
Great culture, Family-orientated and community involvement initiatives
Safety orientation & rewards program
Bi-weekly lunch program
The Metal Fabricator (Fitter) is responsible for fabricating, assembling and fitting structural steel while maintaining quality and accuracy in accordance with the drawings provided and Walters Fitting handbook.
Main responsibilities will include:
Fabricating, Assembling and Fitting steel for custom and structural projects
Rig, hoist and move materials to and from workstation. Performs crane checks daily prior to use to ensure the crane is in working condition, if applicable.
Lay out reference points and symbols on the structural steel according to the blueprint.
Assemble and fit metal sections and plates using tack welding, bolting or other methods.
Set up and operate various equipment such as torches, drills, various clamping tools, squares, disc grinders and other hand held tools.
Ensure safe work practices are adhered to and appropriate PPE is worn at all times.
Mentors apprentices and junior fitters by sharing knowledge and safe work practices.
Desired Skills and Experience
Required
Completion of Secondary School
Desired
Completion of three year apprenticeship program in Metal Fabrication
Experience
3 years’ experience in a manufacturing plant working with structural steel
Skills, Knowledge and Competency Requirements
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Ability to read a tape measure in both metric and imperial
Ability to Operate Overhead Cranes
Ability to Weld
Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures
A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other associates within a collegial, yet demanding, work environment
Organization Skills and the ability to be flexible in managing changing priorities
Communication Skills – Both Written and Oral
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Analytical and Problem Solving skills
Working Conditions
Standing
Hand-eye co-ordination
Manual dexterity
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
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