Welder-fitter

The company and the role

Immigraffaires is recruiting two welder-fitters for a manufacturer based in Victoriaville, specialising in pipe prefabrication and the fabrication of welded steel and stainless steel products. Permanent, stable positions with room to grow, in a shop where the employer values quality of work over speed. The existing team includes welders with up to 25 years of experience, available to support newcomers.

Good welding fundamentals but less experience in piping or high pressure? Training can be offered to candidates who show solid technical ability, rigour and a willingness to learn.

What you will do

• Weld and assemble steel and stainless steel parts from technical drawings
• Work mainly on pipe prefabrication
• Work with the MIG, MAG and FCAW processes
• Follow the applicable welding procedures, including for piping and high pressure
• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings
• Check part conformity and carry out self-inspection
• Select the appropriate filler material according to procedure
• Use oxy-acetylene and plasma cutting equipment
• Use the overhead crane to move parts
• Correctly identify manufactured parts
• Maintain welding equipment and carry out minor interventions
• Work in compliance with the company health and safety standards

What is required

• Relevant experience as a welder, welder-fitter or in metal fabrication
• Good command of the MIG / MAG welding processes
• Experience with TIG, strongly considered
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Thoroughness, precision and concern for quality
• Good manual dexterity, autonomy and resourcefulness
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Strict compliance with health and safety rules
• Valid authorisation to work in Canada

What counts as an asset

• DEP in welding-fitting or equivalent training
• CWB certification
• Experience in pipe welding
• Experience in high-pressure welding
• Knowledge or experience of ASME procedures
• Experience with the TIG / GTAW process

You do not have every one of these qualifications? Your application can still be considered. The employer is open to training candidates with solid welding fundamentals and the right potential.

The conditions

• 2 permanent full-time positions
• Wage of $25 to $35 an hour, based on experience and skills
• Day shift: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Four weeks of vacation
• Group insurance
• Training offered based on the candidate experience
• On-site gym and showers
• Quality equipment and tooling
• Clean, safe, quality-focused shop
• Experienced team available to support newcomers

The kind of candidate they are looking for

The employer is not simply looking for someone who can produce quickly. They are looking above all for a person who takes the time to do quality work, follows procedures, pays attention to detail, wants to learn and grow, is seeking stable long-term employment and enjoys working with an experienced team.

Who can apply

You must be legally authorised to work in Canada. We consider applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents, holders of an open work permit, and other candidates legally authorised to work in Canada depending on their situation.

If you are not sure what your permit allows, our team can check your situation before putting your application forward.

The employer’s name

The company name is not shown publicly in this posting. You apply first through Immigraffaires. We assess your experience, your technical skills and your eligibility. If your application matches the need, the employer details will be shared with you before your profile is formally presented.