Description:
A well-established steel manufacturer in the Hamilton area is looking to add experienced Welder to its team. This is a hands-on fabrication role working with heavy structural steel and thick-gauge plate in a busy manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Fit and weld heavy structural steel and plate components according to drawings and specifications
- Perform Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on structural steel
- Complete structural fitting and fabrication work
- Read and interpret complex blueprints, shop drawings and fabrication drawings
- Interpret and apply welding symbols accurately
- Measure, lay out and prepare materials for fabrication
- Use tape measures and layout tools with a high level of accuracy
- Operate overhead cranes and assist with rigging and material handling
- Inspect completed work to ensure it meets drawing and quality requirements
- Follow all safety procedures and established welding practices
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Welder/Fitter, Structural Welder, Steel Fitter or Fabricator
- Strong experience welding heavy/thick-gauge structural steel
- Proven Flux-Core (FCAW) welding experience
- Strong structural fitting and fabrication skills
- Ability to confidently read complex blueprints and shop drawings
- Strong understanding of weld symbols
- Ability to accurately fit, tack and weld components to specification
- Experience with overhead cranes and rigging
- Strong measuring and layout skills
- CWB certification is preferred
- Reliable, safety-focused and comfortable working in a heavy manufacturing environment