Fabricator - Welder - Marine Fabricators, Local 1

Irving Shipbuilding, Inc.; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving Shipbuilding in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, seeks a Journeyperson Welder for its Marine Fabricators shop. You will read blueprints, follow welding specs, and perform SMAW and FCAW in all positions on shipbuilding projects.

Requirements include 5–8+ years experience, Welder Trade Certification with current SMAW/FCAW tickets, college/CEGEP/vocational training, WHMIS, and eligibility to work in Canada. Pre-employment physical and background check are required; CGP/ITAR compliance will be

Qualifications

• Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational and Welder Trade Certification (current SMAW ticket).
• Current FCAW ticket and WHMIS certification are required.
• 5–8+ years of welding experience in shipbuilding or metal fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
• Perform SMAW and FCAW welding in all positions on shipbuilding projects.
• Set up welding equipment and select appropriate filler material.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding and flame-cutting equipment.
• Lift and position parts and equipment at work sites.
• Work in a shipbuilding and repair environment with safety and quality in mind.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding in all positions

Interpret welding specs

Education

Welder Trade Certification

College/CEGEP/vocational

WHMIS Certificate

Tools

SMAW equipment

FCAW equipment

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a Welder, Journeyperson for the Marine Fabricators location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Work in a construction, maintenance/repair, new fabrication environment
• Perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in all positions
• Perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in all positions
• Select the proper weld filler material
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Operate air arc cutting equipment (carbon arc cutting)
• Set-up Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment for welding
• Lift, move, or position equipment at work sites
• Work in a shipbuilding and repair, steel industry environment

Physical effort and work conditions:

• Candidates will be required to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
• Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb
• Work in confined spaces, inclement weather
• Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate
• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors
• You will frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
• Occasionally, you may be required to lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Required: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational and Welder Trade Certification (4 Positions SMAW [current ticket], 4 Positions FCAW [current ticket], WHMIS Certificate)
• Years of Experience Required: 5-8+ years
• You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job
• A pre-employment physical is required
• A background check will be performed by the Company

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

ABOUT US

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history. By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety. At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities. We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.