Aerospace Welder - Tech 2

Heli-One; Richmond; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical / dental coverage

Uniforms allowance

Vacation 4 weeks + 1 extra week option

Job summary

Heli-One, based in Richmond, BC, is seeking an Aerospace Welder to join our team at the Richmond, BC facility. The role involves operating welding equipment to support repair and manufacture of aircraft components, tools and equipment, following procedures and instructions.

Relocation to Richmond, BC (YVR) by January 2027 is anticipated. A career with Heli-One offers growth, a safety-first culture, and benefits including pension, extended medical and uniform allowances.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of AWS D17.1 and AWS D17.2.
• Experienced in GTAW (Tig welding).
• Experience with resistance spot welding and/or micro spot welding.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings to plan welding sequences and fabricate within tight tolerances.
• Completion of a welding fundamentals program (Level B and Level C) at an approved technical college recognized by the ITA or 10+ years GTAW experience.

Responsibilities

• Use welding and brazing techniques, equipment and hand tools to repair, overhaul and manufacture component and a/c structural parts.
• Manufacture tools and equipment to support operational requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with OEM manuals, service bulletins, build sheets and quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment.
• Support operational requirements, including occasional international travel.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GTAW (TIG welding)

AWS D17.1 knowledge

AWS D17.2 knowledge

Spot welding

Interpreting drawings

Education

Welding fundamentals program (Level B/C)

10+ years GTAW experience

Job description

Reach Beyond!

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Role Summary

Aerospace Welder - Tech 2

Richmond, British Columbia | Full-time | Permanent

We Keep Your Helicopter Flying Safely, Whatever the Mission!

At Heli-One, we do not just maintain helicopters - we keep missions airborne and safe. As a global leader in rotor wing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), we bring decades of expertise to support a wide range of aircraft. With state-of-the-art facilities in Canada, Norway, and Poland, we deliver world-class service to customers around the globe.

Why Heli-One?

We are committed to delivering the best service for our customers, innovating every day to make repairs faster, smarter, and more cost-effective.

Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of helicopter maintenance.

We are looking for an experienced Aerospace Welder to join our team at our Richmond, BC facility.

In this role, you will be responsible for operating welding equipment effectively to support the repair and manufacture of aircraft components, tools and equipment. You will work in accordance with applicable procedures and instructions.

Location

• Currently based in Delta, BC.
• Relocating to Richmond, BC (YVR) by the end of January 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Use welding and brazing techniques, equipment and hand tools to repair, overhaul and manufacture component and a/c structural parts.
• Manufacture tools and equipment to support operational requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) manual specifications, service, bulletins, build sheets, quality procedures, airworthiness directives, company policy and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment through regular housekeeping and maintenance duties.
• Support operational requirements, which may include occasional international travel.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of AWS D17.1 and AWS D17.2.
• Experienced in GTAW (Tig welding).
• Experience with resistance spot welding and/or micro spot welding.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings to plan welding sequences and fabricate within tight tolerances.
• Completion of a welding fundamentals program (Level B and Level C) at an approved technical college recognized by the Industry Trade Association (ITA) or 10+ years of GTAW experience.
• Ability to examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, manuals, drawings and process documentation.
• Ability to maintain a Welding Shop Certification Authority, including scope for the applicable material groups.
• Must pass a visual acuity exam with corrected vision of 20/20 or better (e.g. with glasses or contacts on).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented and committed to quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Demonstrated team player with a positive and professional approach.

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.

Salary Range

• $76,408- $91,274 based on experience and qualifications

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m

Time Off

• 4 weeks' vacation starting with the option to purchase an additional week through payroll deduction
• 10 days sick leave
• 13 statutory holidays observed

Pension

• Manulife: mandatory 4% with Company matching 4%

Medical / Dental / Disability Coverage

• Extended Medical and Dental through Sun Life (3 tiers to choose from)
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Travel health insurance which extends to immediate family members

Uniforms/Personal Protective Equipment

• Brand name uniforms from Heli-One uniform store: $450 first year / annual top-up thereafter
• $240 safety shoe allowance, every 2 years
• Prescription safety glasses covered by Heli-One above what Extended Medical covers
• Molded Ear Plugs
• Fitted Respirator
• Cold Weather/Rain Gear (for applicable areas)

Unionized Position

• Union dues are 1% of salary

Recruitment Process

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us following the closing date, please consider that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your future career endeavours.

Recruitment Agencies

We manage this vacancy directly and do not engage recruitment agencies for this role.

We kindly request that agencies do not contact us in relation to this position or submit unsolicited candidate CVs. Any CVs submitted without prior written agreement will be treated as direct applications, and no agency fees will be payable. Thank you for your understanding.