Structural welder Jobs in Windsor, ON

Job Title: Welder and Fitter

Job Description

This hands-on role supports a heavy fabrication and machining facility that specializes in custom metal fabrication, large welded assemblies, and precision machining for complex industrial systems. You will independently interpret drawings, lay out and fit components, and weld to customer and industry specifications in a high-quality, safety-focused manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T standards to ensure accurate fit-up and welding of components.
• Lay out, position, align, and securely clamp components using measuring tools, fixtures, and tack welds to meet dimensional requirements.
• Perform welding operations to customer and industry specifications, applying the correct weld size and process for each application.
• Inspect welds for defects using gauges, visual inspection, and appropriate analysis techniques, and correct issues as required.
• Carry out grinding, carbon arc cleaning, scale removal, and beveling to prepare and finish weld joints and fabricated parts.
• Shape and cut metal parts using arc or flame cutting equipment in accordance with drawings and work instructions.
• Use measuring tools and strong mathematical skills to verify dimensions and tolerances throughout the fabrication process.
• Work closely with machining and other fabrication personnel to coordinate work on large, custom industrial assemblies.
• Operate safely around overhead cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment when handling large steel components.
• Follow strict safety, quality, and housekeeping standards in a fast-paced industrial shop environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in heavy fabrication environments working with large steel components.
• Proficiency in welding processes suitable for structural and custom fabrication work.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T standards accurately.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills for precise layout and verification of components.
• Hands-on experience with grinding, carbon arc cleaning, scale removal, and beveling.
• Skilled in using measuring tools such as tape measures, squares, levels, and gauges for fit-up and inspection.
• Experience operating or working around overhead cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment with appropriate safety awareness.
• Capability to perform arc or flame cutting to shape and prepare metal parts.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and adherence to shop procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding certifications are considered an asset and may enhance opportunities for advanced work.
• Crane, hoist, and rigging awareness training or certification is an advantage.
• Background in large, custom industrial assemblies or automation-related fabrication is beneficial.
• Experience collaborating with machining operations in an integrated fabrication and machining facility is an asset.

Why Work Here?

You will join a professional, safety-focused fabrication environment where your technical skills are valued and developed. The role offers access to comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work on challenging, large-scale custom projects that support advanced industrial systems. You will collaborate with experienced trades professionals in a setting that emphasizes quality workmanship, continuous improvement, and long-term career growth.

Work Environment

The facility is a heavy fabrication shop with open fabrication bays, dedicated welding stations, material preparation and cutting areas, and close integration with machining operations. You will work with large steel components using overhead cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment in a fast-paced industrial setting. The work involves regular use of welding equipment, grinding tools, cutting torches, and precision measuring instruments, with strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Shifts are to be determined and follow a structured industrial schedule, with appropriate personal protective equipment required on the shop floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Windsor, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Windsor,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek:

Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.