Welder

Cherubini Group of Companies; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherubini Metal Works in Dartmouth, NS is seeking an experienced Welder to join our production team. The role involves production welding, prototype building, and fabrication of metal structures using jigs and fixtures in a fast-paced setting.

You will read production drawings, select appropriate welding processes, and work under foremen to achieve quality parts and process improvements. Applicants should have 3-5 years of welding experience and current CWB tickets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years welding experience.
• Current CWB tickets (all positions).
• Valid welding certifications in GMAW, SMAW (all positions).
• FCAW certification considered an asset.
• GMAW certification considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
• Operate welding equipment to fuse metal using GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, PAW, SMAW, OAW, SAW as applicable.
• Operate flame-cutting equipment.
• Operate brazing and soldering equipment.
• Operate metal shaping machines such as brakes and shears.
• Repair parts by welding on extra layers.
• Maintain safe work practices and training of juniors.

Skills

Quality Orientation

Time Management

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GMAW

SMAW

GTAW

FCAW

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Date posted: Aug 04, 2026

Cherubini Metal Works, a member of the Cherubini Group of Companies, is looking for Welders to join our team in Dartmouth, NS!

We have an outstanding Safety Culture that focuses on the health and wellbeing of our workforce. The desire to be an active participant in our Safety Program is a vital aspect of employment within the Cherubini Group of Companies. We also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Summary

The position of Welder includes, but is not limited to production welding, service & repair welding, prototype building, and fitter welding. Responsibilities will include the fabrication of custom prototypes from supplied drawings, fabrication of custom jigs and fixtures to produce production parts that meet customer specifications, as well as the fabrication of metal structures using jigs and fixtures in a high paced production environment. Knowledge of Steel structures such as bridge components, steel beams, steel channels, shell structures etc.

The use of various hand tools, machinery and equipment will be required to manufacture metal products. This position will work with Foremen and Lead Hands to ensure continuous improvements in work cells, hitting quotas, welding according to pre-set parameters using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) processes. Possess strong knowledge and skill in operating all metalworking machinery. Additionally, the Welder will be required to read and understand production drawings, blueprints, work orders and other written instructions.

Core Competencies

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Development and Continual Learning
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Decision making and Judgement
• Operating Equipment
• Providing Consultation
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations
• Mediating and Negotiating
• Communication
• Energy & Stress management skills
• Teamwork

Job Duties

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), plasma arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding and submerged arc welding (SAW)
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Operate brazing and soldering equipment
• Operate metal shaping machines such as brakes, shears and other metal straightening and bending machines
• Repair parts of metal products by welding on extra layers.
• Maintain safe work practices
• Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits
• Monitor parts usage and report on any material issues
• Assist in training, directing & supervision of junior employees and apprentices, inspecting and certifying their work
• Reviews blueprints and specifications; ensures drawings and specifications will function as designed in environment intended for use
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• 3-5 years' experience as a Welder
• Current CWB tickets (all positions)
• Valid welding certification, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), certified in all positions
• FCAW certification considered an asset
• GMAW certification considered an asset
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• Experience in working with Overhead cranes with or without load attached.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44-45 per week