Structural Welder

CIMCO Refrigeration Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CIMCO Refrigeration Inc. is seeking a skilled Structural Welder for our Burlington, ON location. The role combines welding with hands-on hoisting, rigging and structural assembly work on carbon steel components.

Two shifts are offered: Days and Afternoons. The ideal candidate will read drawings, inspect welds, ensure safety compliance and work effectively in a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Structural welding experience
• Proven hoisting and rigging operations experience
• Familiarity with structural assembly and fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding symbols
• Examine welds and ensure standards met
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and PPE requirements
• Forklift certification is an asset
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to work in a unionized environment

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on carbon steel and steel components using MIG and/or flux core techniques
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding specifications
• Finding and fixing faults in weldments
• Safely operate hoisting and rigging equipment to move and position heavy materials
• Assemble structural components according to engineering plans
• Inspect welds and assemblies for quality and compliance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols at all times
• Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment as needed

Skills

Structural welding

Hoisting & rigging

Read blueprints & welding symbols

Weld inspection & quality

Safety & PPE compliance

Forklift certification (asset)

Teamwork & communication

Union environment willingness

Job description

CIMCO Head Office
1551 Corporate Dr
Burlington, ON L7L6M3, CAN

CIMCO Head Office
1551 Corporate Dr
Burlington, ON L7L6M3, CAN

CIMCO is looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Structural Welder to join our team. This role goes beyond welding as it also involves hands-on work with hoisting, rigging, and structural assembly.

We currently run two shifts: Days (Monday-Thursday 6am-3pm & Fridays 6am-12pm) and Afternoons (Monday- Thursday 2:45pm – 1:15am)

Role Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on carbon steel and steel components using MIG and/or flux core techniques
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding specifications
• Finding and fixing faults in weldments
• Safely operate hoisting and rigging equipment to move and position heavy materials
• Assemble structural components according to engineering plans
• Inspect welds and assemblies for quality and compliance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols at all times
• Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment as needed

Required Professional Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Structural welding experience
• Proven experience in hoisting and rigging operations
• Familiarity with structural assembly and fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding symbols
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and PPE requirements
• Forklift certification is an asset
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to work in a unionized environment

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company Profile

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO’s leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state-of-the-art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges.

We offer our employees excellent compensation, medical and dental benefit programs, retirement savings options, career development opportunities, mentoring and continuing education.

CIMCO is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Together, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and perspective, as we combine our unique skills and capabilities to drive successful outcomes for all stakeholders. As an equal opportunity employer, CIMCO provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.