We're seeking an experienced Structural Steel Welder / Fabricator to join a high-volume fabrication environment. You'll handle fit-up, layout, and code-compliant welding of beams, columns, stairs, handrails, platforms, and miscellaneous metals.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret shop drawings, welding symbols, and blueprints (imperial / metric).
- Perform fit-up, layout, and tack of structural members to tight tolerances.
- Weld using FCAW / GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (Stick) in flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead positions to AWS D1.1 / CWB standards.
- Fabricate components : cut, bevel, drill, cope, and prep using oxy-fuel / plasma, saws, ironworker, grinders .
- Verify dimensions; maintain quality with gauges, squares, levels, tapes.
- Follow WPS and complete welds to specification; assist with rework as needed.
- Rig, move, and position steel safely (basic rigging / overhead crane use).
- Keep a clean, organized work area; complete production and QC documentation.
- Adhere to all safety policies and wear required PPE .
Must-Have Qualifications
3 5+ years structural steel welding / fabrication experience (shop or field).Proficiency in FCAW / GMAW / SMAW and structural fit-up / layout .Strong blueprint reading and welding symbol knowledge.Able to weld in all positions and handle materials up to heavy sections.Solid understanding of AWS D1.1 / CSA W47.1 requirements.Nice to Have
Current CWB (CSA W47.1) tickets or AWS D1.1 ; employer can test / upgrade strong candidates.Forklift / Overhead Crane experience; basic rigging certification.Familiarity with NDT / VT inspection practices and completing QC forms.WHMIS , Working at Heights / Fall Protection (asset).