Fabricator/Welder

MAKR Group; Kelowna; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

EFAP (Employee & Family Assistance)

Benefits after 3 months

2 weeks vacation

Fun culture

Job summary

MAKR Group is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join the production team in Kelowna, BC. The role focuses on welding aluminum and stainless steel, fabrication, and precision machining to support multiple brands under MAKR Group.

You will operate welding and CNC machinery, read fabrication drawings, and collaborate with Quality Control and Engineering to enhance processes. The position is onsite with a 10-hour day Monday to Thursday, afternoon/evening shift, offering competitive hourly pay and

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary Fabrication or Welding trade program.
• Minimum 3–5 years of fabrication experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience fabricating and TIG welding pipe and plate in aluminum and stainless steel.
• Previous experience with CNC machining, Red Seal fabrication and/or Welding level “C” or “B” considered an asset.
• Proficient in using tablets for work‑related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding, cutting, and drilling equipment, including overhead cranes and a robotic welding machine.
• Layout and drilling of components to be fabricated.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings to confirm part dimensions.
• Monitor the condition of equipment and stock levels to keep the team safe and productive.
• Work with Quality Control, Engineering, Safety Committee and Management to continuously improve the product, manufacturing processes and working environment.

Skills

Fabrication

Welding

TIG Welding

CNC Machining

Red Seal

Aluminum

Stainless Steel

Tablets

Education

Post-secondary Fabrication or Welding trade program

Job description

We are MAKRs – Our common goal, our passion, is to create global communities connected through play and social experiences. We believe the world needs more places where coming together, connecting, and having fun are inevitable.

The MAKR Group is comprised of three working brands dedicated to making the world more livable, playful and socially just—Waterplay, a cheeky global splash pad provider, Parkworks, a Western Canadian Park space supplier, and Wekid Mfg., Canada’s most playfully professional steel manufacturing team.

With 10’s of thousands of play and park space installations throughout the world, the MAKR Group have helped provide millions of people, from all walks of life, of all ages, and with diverse abilities, with access to amazing, inviting, playable, enjoyable, “go-backable” recreation places. What makes us jump out of bed every morning is knowing we’re integral to creating these meaningful places, and we need people like you to help us build them.

You’re looking for a progressive, safe, stable, and collaborative work environment, where your ideas are welcomed and your opinion counts (for all things, including the soundtrack in the welding shop), and an employer who invests in people and technology. You inject fun into all aspects of your work and invite others to do the same. We’re a different kind of company and we’re looking for a different kind of individual to join our team!

Our Production team is growing and we’re looking for a Fabricator with better-than-good welding skills, experience in manufacturing and machining, and finesse in fabricating aluminum and stainless-steel products.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate welding, cutting, and drilling equipment, including overhead cranes and a robotic welding machine
• Layout and drilling of components to be fabricated
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings to confirm part dimensions
• Monitor the condition of equipment and stock levels to keep the team safe and productive
• Work with Quality Control, Engineering, Safety Committee and Management to continuously improve the product, manufacturing processes and working environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a post-secondary Fabrication or Welding trade program
• Minimum 3–5 years of fabrication experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience fabricating and TIG welding pipe and plate in aluminum and stainless steel
• Previous experience with CNC machining, Red Seal fabrication and/or Welding level “C” or “B” considered an asset
• Proficient in using tablets for work‑related tasks

OTHER INFORMATION:

• This is an onsite position located in Kelowna, BC. (805 Crowley Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7G6).
• This position works Monday to Thursday, 10-hour days, afternoon/evening shift.

WORK PERKS:

We thrive when our MAKR’s thrive! That’s why we offer…

• A competitive hourly wage of $29.00-$31.00 (with the potential to earn more through an annual bonus)
• Access to free and confidential professional coaching, resources, and counseling through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to enroll in our comprehensive benefit package after three months of employment
• 2 weeks of paid vacation
• Lots and lots of fun!!! Catered lunches, candy Mondays, in-house silent auctions, contests, draws, product ‘testing’ and MORE!!!

At MAKR, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every MAKR is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. As part of our commitment to inclusivity and diversity, we welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Due to the large number of applications received, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

We may use AI-assisted technology throughout the recruitment process to help evaluate applications and improve hiring efficiency, while ensuring that final decisions are made by our hiring team.