Shop Welder

ESCO Group LLC; Lively; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual increases

Health/Dental/Vision

RRSP contributions

15 days PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Esco Corp. in Lively, Ontario is seeking a Shop Welder for a full-time, onsite role. The position features rotating day and afternoon shifts with overtime opportunities and competitive hourly rates starting at 30 CAD per hour.

You will read, interpret, and execute fabrication instructions, perform manual welding in multiple positions, and contribute to repair, cutting, and finishing tasks daily while following CIS standards and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• CWB certification preferred.
• 5+ years of related work experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos; effective communication skills in one‑on‑one and small group settings.
• Proficiency in basic math including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to calculate figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Technical certifications including TSSA, Forklift and Overhead Crane Safety, and WHMIS.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication execution: Read, understand, and execute fabrication instructions from work orders, diagrams, drawings, and CIS standards to ensure accurate and quality welds.
• Welding operations: Perform manual welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions, maintaining proper arc length and speed to achieve specified weld profiles and depth of fusion.
• Repair and preparation: Repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes following certified welding procedures; prepare parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces.
• Cutting and finishing: Cut and prepare workpieces using oxy-fuel cutting and grinding tools to meet job specifications.
• Daily role: Actively engage in welding and fabrication tasks daily, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety and technical standards.
• Success indicators: Meet or exceed quality standards, maintain a safe environment, and contribute to team goals.
• Safety first: Demonstrate 100% commitment to zero-harm safety culture.

Skills

Reading drawings

Math skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

CWB certification

TSSA certification

Forklift Safety

Overhead Crane Safety

WHMIS

Job description

Shop Welder- ESCO

Location: Lively, Ontario

Work Arrangement: Onsite, Full Time, permanent position

Shift: Rotating weekly- Day Shift/ Afternoon Shift

• Overtime available. Competitive hourly rates.*

What We Do At Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Do

• Fabrication Execution: Read, understand, and execute fabrication instructions from work orders, diagrams, drawings, and CIS standards to ensure accurate and quality welds.
• Welding Operations: Perform manual welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions, maintaining proper arc length and speed to achieve specified weld profiles and depth of fusion.
• Repair and Preparation: Repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes following certified welding procedures; prepare parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces using air carbon arc or oxy-fuel gouging and grinding.
• Cutting and Finishing: Cut and prepare workpieces using oxy-fuel cutting and grinding tools to meet job specifications.
• Daily Role: The successful candidate will be actively engaged in welding and fabrication tasks daily, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety and technical standards.
• Success Indicators: Success will be measured by the ability to consistently produce welds that meet or exceed quality standards, maintain a safe work environment, and contribute positively to team goals.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What You’ll Bring

Must-haves

• High school diploma or GED
• CWB certification preferred
• 5+ years of related work experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos; effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Proficiency in basic math including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to calculate figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Technical certifications including Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA), , Forklift and Overhead Crane Safety, and WHMIS.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work weekly rotation shifts including days and afternoons.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including annual increases
• Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options
• RRSP contributions
• 15 days Paid Time Off in first year
• Paid Statutory Holidays

Compensation: Competitive hourly rates starting at $30.00+/hour, flexibility based on years of related training/ experience.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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