Welder/Fitter

Are you looking for continuous long-term employment where you can make up to $31.40 per hour, get a comprehensive benefits plan and there is also room for advancement? If you are, VAW Systems Ltd. is where you want to work.

Our History:

VAW Systems Ltd. is an international leader in the design and manufacturing of noise control and filtration equipment for fans and gas turbine engines. We have over a 40+ year history of building high quality products for customers around the world.

Why Work With Us?

At VAW, we’re committed to building not just great products, but great careers. We offer:

- Competitive wages – earn up to $31.40 per hour

- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision – with employer-paid premiums

- Company-matched RRSP program to help you plan for your future

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support personal and family well-being

- On-the-job training with room for skill development

- Opportunities for advancement with a growing company

- Long-term employment potential in a stable, growing company

Your Opportunity:

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for motivated and reliable Welder/Fitters to join our fast-paced, safety-focused custom manufacturing facility. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive team environment where your contributions matter.

We operate both a Monday to Friday Day Shift (7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) and Evening Shift (4:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.).

What You’ll Do:

- Carry out fitting and welding operations, including reading blueprints and weld symbols

- Set up and operate all required welding machines

- Produce high-quality work that meets our customer’s expectation

- Position will predominately be welding however there may be times when flexibility to perform other duties will be required

What We’re Looking For:

- Successful completion of all VAW’s pre-screening assessments including the VAW Welding Test

- Completion of welding training from a vocational or technical institute preferred

- MIG welding and fitting experience in a custom metal fabrication environment is an asset

- Must obtain all required C.W.B. tickets within 6 months (various materials & positions). VAW will facilitate the testing

- C.W.B. transferable welding tickets are an asset

- Proficient at reading blueprints and using metric tape measures

- Thorough knowledge of all types of welding procedures, practices and weld symbols

- Strong attention to safety

- Possess the skills and abilities to consistently produce high quality products and ensure quality control is maintained to the established standards

- Must be organized, flexible, proactive, and interact in a positive and respectful manner in a team environment

- Knowledge of industrial/commercial fans, noise control and HVAC systems is an asset

- Knowledge of Lean principles is an asset

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you feel you are the ideal candidate that is needed for this role, please send your resume to hr@vawsystems.com. Please indicate your shift preference when applying.

VAW Systems Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity, equality and is committed to providing an inclusive barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process at the applicant’s request.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining VAW Systems. Only candidates eligible to work in Manitoba will be considered. Only those selected for a weld test and interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to $31.40 per hour

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

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Winnipeg, MB R2X 1P5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- MIG welding: 3 years (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person