As a Fitter Welder, you are responsible for welding metal components to form a final product that is dedicated to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, you will have experience in both fitting and welding metal components to produce high-quality fabricated products. Precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment are essential.
Location: 200 Avenue road, Cambridge, ON
Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 2:30pm - 1:00am, Monday - Thursday

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in both fitting and welding metal components
• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Required to read and interpret welding blueprints, drawing specifications, procedures, and work instructions
• Assembly welding tasks require collaboration with coworkers, effective communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to make sound decisions when working on projects that involve multiple team members
• Physical requirements include standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending while welding for extended periods of time
• Extreme temperature exposure to weather changes (heat)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience measuring and fabricating metal components using various tools and equipment without jigs and fixtures
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings

• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints to determine welding requirements for prototypes and custom products
• Measure and fabricate metal components accurately using various tools and equipment, with minimal or no jigs and fixtures
• Ensure proper materials are selected for each job to weld together metal components
• Follow safety protocols and wear prescribed personal protective equipment to prevent injuries
• Operate lifting devices, such as cranes (overhead and/or jib), to complete large welding jobs
• Ensure welding machines are properly calibrated
• Inspect welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
• Repair and rework welds as needed
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure production schedules are met