Welder/Fabricator

Job Description

TITLE: Welder/Fabricator REVISION DATE: September 01, 2025

REPORTS TO: Production Manager DEPT: Shop Operations

OVERVIEW: The primary role of a Welder/fabricator is to fit and weld a variety of assemblies and work pieces ranging in different materials and thickness. Work efficiently and with quality in mind to deliver a superior part. Keep the welding area clean and organized and be responsible for the stock levels of consumables for the welding machines. In performing their jobs, the Welder/fabricator is expected to:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

General

- Report to work on time daily with a positive attitude and optimistic outlook.

- Wear and always respect the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and company issued uniforms when on company grounds (yard and shop).

- Take responsibility for the Welding area:

- Ensuring parts are correct to spec and meet the drawing requirements.

- Ensuring that the welding area is adequately cleaned prior to the end of shift.

- Ensuring that there are adequate supplies/consumables for carrying out day to day tasks.

- Capable of lifting 60-70lbs unassisted.

- It is an included and expected responsibility that Health and Safety of the employees as well as fellow employees be a part of every one's day to day activities.

- Read and interpret engineering prints or weld process specifications.

- Operate grinding equipment for joint and surface preparation.

- Welding of various heavy equipment attachments and components utilizing MCAW & FCAW.

- Ensure workmanship throughout the manufacturing process and on finished goods meets or exceeds the quality, and schedule expectations of all customers.

- Communicate ideas for process improvements to General Manager.

- Additional duties may be assigned by Supervisor/Manager from time to time.

- Operate powered equipment such as forklifts.

- Perform all work in a safe manner, following work instructions and / or safe operating procedures.

- Shift to be worked: 4:00pm - 2:30 am Monday – Thursday.

Administrative

- Attends regular meetings associated with job (i.e. H&S meeting, etc.).

- Fill out the production and quality logs to complete the work.

- Ensure daily checks on equipment are complete and handed in to supervisor.

- Ensure production reports are filled in and handed in to supervisor at the end of shift.

Education and Experience

- CWB certification is not necessary though it is an asset as we are a CWB certified shop.

- Minimum 5+ years related experience in 1/16 MCAW and 1/16 FCAW is essential.

- Communication skills to read, write, listen, and speak in a clear and concise manner.

- Time management skills to productively complete work and meet all expected deadlines.

- Capable of driving a forklift. (Preferred but not required)

- Possess a suitable combination of education and experience as deemed acceptable by management, to be able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined for the role.

Skill Requirements

- 1/16” flux core all positions, CWB flux core is an asset.

- Metal core experience.

- Fitting/assembly.

- Reading and interpreting drawings.

- Following and maintaining preheats as per procedure.

- Repairing cast steel.

- Grinding.

- Experience with gouging would be an asset.

Additional Benefits

- Yearly bonuses.

- Safety boot allowance.

- Health spending account.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Experience:

- 1/16 MCAW and 1/16 FCAW: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- RRSP match

Experience:

- Flux core/Metal core welding: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person