Overview

Fitter-Welder is responsible for fabricating, assembling and welding structural steel while maintaining quality and accuracy in accordance with blueprints and in house shop detail provided.

Responsibilities include –

  • Fabricating, Assembling and Fitting Structural Steel
  • Rig, hoist and move materials to and from workstation using various methods. (O/H crane, forklift ect.)
  • 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.
  • Operate arc welding equipment.
  • 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.

Required –

  • Minimum 3 years welding experience
  • Experience in a manufacturing plant working with structural steel an asset
  • 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
  • Organization Skills and the ability to be flexible in managing changing priorities
  • Communication Skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem Solving skills

Additional benefits –

  • Comprehensive benefit package provided after successful completion of three month probation period.
  • Uniform service and workboot allowance provided after successful completion of one year employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

Schedule:

Supplemental pay types:

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Brownsville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Welding: 3 years (preferred)