Welder / Fitter

W3Global; Canada; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after probation period

Job summary

W3Global in Canada is seeking a skilled Welder/Fitter to join our fast-paced shop environment. You will fabricate metal parts, read blueprints, and perform MIG and TIG welding across varied positions and materials.

The ideal candidate has strong reading of engineering drawings, 5+ years welding experience, and a diploma in welding; CWB certification is preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years welding, manufacturing, and fitting experience.
• Diploma in welding is required; CWB certification is preferred.
• Proficient reading of blueprints and engineering schematics.
• Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding processes.
• English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble metal components per drawings.
• Interpret and lay out fabrications; position and align parts for welding.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on various materials.
• Inspect welds and verify tolerances using gauges and templates.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Blueprints & drawings

MIG welding

TIG welding

Heat distortion awareness

Mathematical aptitude

English communication

Education

College welding diploma

CWB certification preferred

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Welder / Fitter to join our fast-paced team.

In this role, you will manufacture and fabricate finished metal products, interpret blueprints, and perform high-quality welding across various positions and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• * Fabrication & Assembly: Read and interpret fabrication blueprints, schematics, and drawings of large complicated fabrications. Lay out, position, align, and secure parts prior to welding using measuring tools like squares, calipers, and rulers.
• * Welding Operations: Perform MIG, TIG welding on mild steel, and other alloys in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• * Quality & Testing: Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate weld quality, check tolerances, and ensure compliance with specifications using straightedges and templates.
• * Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, and maintain tools and welding equipment.
• * Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment, adhere to all company health and safety regulations, and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Qualifications & Requirements

• * Experience: Minimum 5 years of related experience in welding, manufacturing, and metal fitting.
• * Education: College or technical trade school diploma in welding is required. CWB certification is highly preferred.
• * Technical Skills:
  • * Proficient in reading and understanding blueprints, engineering schematics, and work orders.
  • * Strong knowledge of MIG, TIG (GTAW).
  • * Needs to understand heat distribution in reference to distortion of product.
  • * Solid mathematical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and manual dexterity.
• * Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• * Physical Requirements: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, stand for extended periods, and handle heavy loads (up to 50 lbs) in a physically demanding shop environment.

Compensation & Work Conditions

• * Environment: Noisy, dusty, fast-paced shop/plant environment with potential for overtime as required.
• * Benefits: Benefits after probation period.