Welder/Fitter/Equipment Installer

McBride Career Group Inc.; Nisku; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading snow and ice control equipment supplier in Canada as a Welder/Mechanical Installer. You'll play a key role in fabricating and installing high-quality truck equipment, using your skills in welding and mechanical systems. This position requires detail-oriented individuals with an ability to read technical drawings and work independently, while adhering to safety standards. The company values inclusivity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding, mechanical, and hydraulic installations preferred.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and welding for snow removal products on trucks.
• Install dump bodies and snowplows on commercial vehicles safely.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Detail oriented

Mechanical skills

Basic mathematical skills

Knowledge in fluid power

Knowledge in 12V and 24V electrical systems

Hands-on experience with heavy-duty commercial vehicles

Ability to read technical drawings

Flexible and motivated

Ability to work independently

Education

Welding apprenticeship or journeyman

Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic installation knowledge

Job description

Job Summary:
Come join our team and be part of North America’s most innovative snow and ice control equipment supplier. Here at Viking-Cives we pride ourselves on providing only the highest quality and most innovative products to the Municipal, Provincial/State, and private contractor markets. Building truck equipment since 1960, we have experience producinga full line of snowplows, combination dump bodies, conventional dump bodies, material spreaders, de-icing material application equipment, as well as our industry disrupting Tow Plow.Viking-Cives is also a leading distributor of various hydraulic systems, dump bodies, and an assortment of related truck equipment.We represent many of the leading truck equipment manufacturers throughout North America and have the knowledge and experience to install even the most complicated snow and ice truck equipment packages. In Canada, our products are built and installed through our main plant in Mount Forest, Ontario, and through our factory stores in Calgary and Edmonton. In this role, the successful person will weld and install snow & ice removal products, mechanical equipment, dump bodies, and more on standard and customized commercial trucks

Job Duties: Installation – Welder/Mechanical Installer . (Some personal tools required)

• Fabrication, in position and out of position welding – MIG, Flux Core, Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel
• TIG and Aluminum welding an asset but not required
• Read and interpret Viking-Cives drawings, routings, etc regarding manufactured product and required welding
• Maintain accurate dimensional tolerances set forth on drawings.
• Installation of dump bodies, snowplows, spreaders, etc. on commercial trucks
• Handle heavy materials manually or with overhead cranes in a safe and efficient manner.
• Complete required documentation for time, materials used, etc.
• Capability of using measuring equipment (tape measure, framing square, straight edge, calipers, laser level).
• Some use of air/electric tools, paint, shop measuring tools & cutting equipment
• Produce quality product in a safe manner while focusing on given standards
• Adhere to and implement proper welding procedures and safety practices
• Maintain daily cleanliness of work area
• Use bandsaw, ironworker, drill press as required
• Clean and maintain welding equipment.
• Adhere to all safety practices and report any unsafe conditions, broken or malfunctioning equipment.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Detail oriented with good organizational skills
• Basic mathematical skills
• Mechanical skills
• Knowledge in fluid power and hydraulic systems is an asset but not required
• Knowledge in 12V and 24V electrical systems, truck air systems is an asset but not required
• Hands-on experience working with heavy-duty commercial vehicle equipment and accessories preferred
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics
• Flexible, dedicated, motivated, challenge seeker, results driven
• Ability to work with others and independently
• Class 5 Drivers License

Education/Experience:

• Welding, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic installation experience/knowledge is an asset.
• Welding apprentice or journeyman

To Apply:

• Email: [e-mail]

Viking Cives Ltd. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We would like to thank all applicants, however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.