structural metal and platework fitter-welder

Canadian Metal Cutters; Elmvale; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A metal fabrication company in Ontario, Canada is looking for a structural metal and platework fitter-welder. The ideal candidate will have a trades certificate, experience in MIG welding, and ability to work efficiently on construction sites. Responsibilities include interpreting engineering drawings and operating machinery. Benefits include free parking and training paid by the employer, making this an excellent opportunity for skilled trades professionals. Apply now to join a dedicated team focusing on quality in the consumer goods sector.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course certified.

Responsibilities

• Determine materials required for projects.
• Interpret engineering drawings to plan sequences of operation.
• Set up and operate heavy-duty metal-working machines.

Skills

MIG welding

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Metal Fabricator Trade Certification

Metal Fabricator (Fitter) Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Cutting torches

Brakes and presses

Grinder

Saws

Drills

Job description

structural metal and platework fitter-welder

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Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Shop fabrication
• Construction site

Responsibilities

• Determine materials required
• Interpret engineering drawings and others’ instructions to plan methods and sequences of operation
• Plan the sequence of tasks to cut metal most efficiently
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements
• Weld or bolt sections together
• Set up and operate heavy‑duty metal‑working machines
• Construct patterns and templates
• Install fabricated components in final product
• Rig, hoist and move materials to storage areas or within worksite

Credentials

• Metal Fabricator Trade Certification
• Metal Fabricator (Fitter) Red Seal Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course
• Forklift Operator Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Welding techniques

• MIG
• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)

Equipment and machinery experience

• Brakes and presses
• Cutting torches
• Drills
• Grinder
• Saws

Area of specialization

• Structural metal or steel
• Platework

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co‑ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Steel‑toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Welding helmet

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On‑site amenities
• Parking available

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Consumer Goods