Overview

Operating for over 29 years, Custom Millwork Atlantic Inc., has built a solid reputation for producing the highest quality custom cabinetry, architectural woodwork, and custom mouldings and trim for commercial, high-end multi-unit residential, industrial, institutional, and retail spaces.

Our company is growing, and with growth comes change which requires a keen ability to adapt and respond to ever-changing economic, market, and labour force conditions. As part of our growth strategy, we are expanding our product line to include pre-fabricated steel stud wall and floor panels and have developed a strategic partnership with CMA Building Systems for the manufacture and supply of product to our well-established client base.

Located in Mount Uniacke, NS, CMA Building Systems is perfectly situated to service all areas of Nova Scotia and to employ talented individuals from Hants County and surrounding areas. With a state-of-the-art plant facility housing cutting edge equipment and technology, we offer a challenging and rewarding work environment that allows for growth and new learning for those with experience or looking to gain experience in the sheet metal industry.

We are seeking WELDERS – Journeypersons and Apprentices, to join our growing team. You will be working as part of a team in a production line environment ensuring a high-quality product is produced in a brand-new modern light gauge steel stud wall panel manufacturing plant.

You are the right person for the job if you are a hardworking individual who will bring efficiency and ideas to the table to increase our output, capability, and quality. You have experience in a sheet metal or fabrication shop. You are comfortable with MIG welding and utilizing computerized machinery. You demonstrate a high degree of care and attention in the work that you perform.

As a Journeyperson Welder you are responsible to fabricate steel stud wall panel frames using MIG welders and automatic welding machinery, including;

  • Review sequencing list to organize work to achieve production requirements.
  • Interpret shop drawings used to assemble steel stud panels.
  • Measure and prepare materials for welding.
  • Using MIG welding machine, complete welds to form wall panel.
  • Move wall panel forms to hydraulic lifting table using jib crane.
  • Operate hydraulic lifting table and complete under panel welds.
  • Transition finished panel frame to sheathing station via rolling racks.

As an Apprentice Welder, you are responsible to prepare and complete initial assembly of pre-fabricated steel stud frames for wall panel assembly, including;

  • Receive pre-fabricated steel posts from Roll Form Operator
  • Review shop drawings to determine weld placement requirements
  • Operate stitch weld machine including calibration of settings
  • Weld sills and cripples to pre-fabricated wall panel posts
  • Regrind, drill additional holes and anchor connections if needed
  • Organize components in order required for efficient panel assembly

Your skills & abilities:

  • Hold valid welding certificate of qualification appropriate for the position
  • Able to interpret shop drawings used to assemble steel stud wall panels
  • Must be able to use and read an imperial unit tape measure
  • Take responsibility the work station, keeping up with production, as well as keeping it and the tools/equipment used for the job in good working order.
  • You have good attention to detail and take pride in your work.
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds unaided, occasionally up to 100lbs
  • Must have reliable transportation. There is no public transportation nearby.
  • Must be willing and able to successfully achieve WHMIS, First Aid, Forklift, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) training certificates.
  • Must have CSA-approved safety footwear

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

Schedule:

Supplemental pay types:

Work Location: In person

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