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Hourly rate: $40.23 – Fully Qualified (starts at Learner 1: $34.19/hr.; Learner 2: $35.17/hr.; Learner 3: $37.13) Progression based on merit not hours.

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

We have an opportunity for you to join our production team as a Fitter at our Cambridge, Ontario facility. Each member of our team plays a critical role in BWXT Canada’s success and in ensuring we meet our customers’ quality, cost and delivery expectations. Our employees are considered the best in the industry, and we are proud of the high level of skills they demonstrate every day. Our Fitters perform all types of fitting operations on Company product, such as steam generating internals, pressure boundary shells, primary heads, tube sheets and Dry storage container components.

Location:

On-site in Cambridge, Ontario

Your Day to Day as a Fitter:

• Set up jigs and holding devices as required; position, fit and assemble materials according to drawings, prints, jigs, and or layouts as required; cut and fit templates and gasket as necessary. Check for work accuracy and cleanliness as required.


• Read and interpret Work Orders, Drawings, Shop Instruction Sheets (SIS), Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS); plan and organize the fitting process; identify and verify work piece material.


• Identify and verify work piece material; plan and organize fitting process.


• Install robotic tube hole cleaning equipment and support robotic technical personnel as required.


• Select, use, and operate measuring and checking equipment.


• Select and use layout tools; establish layout lines from existing datum points; manufacture a template.


• Identify, select, and set oxy-acetylene or natural gas pressure settings and cutting tips; pre-heat the work piece; use oxy-acetylene or natural gas, radiograph, plasma-arc, power cut-off saw, and carbon-arc to cut work piece.


• Perform studding, arc air, non-pressure welding and component tacking while fitting.


• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of boilers and pressure vessels.


• Set up and position pre-heating equipment.


• Sling/transport, and or position material and equipment to and from work area manually by hooking for overhead crane or by using floor operated overhead crane or forklift; set up jigs and holding devices in work area as required. Perform simple uncomplicated lifts safely to maintain own production requirements.


• Works in a safe manner. Demonstrates good workmanship and practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven commitment to workplace safety.


• Commitment to quality and the ability to work as a positive, effective team member, willing to go the extra mile to ensure we meet our customer expectations.


• Previous fitting experience, ideally in a heavy manufacturing environment.


• Successful completion of a welder program.


• Intermediate understanding of blueprint reading.


• Ability to read and understand/interpret drawings, specifications, operating procedures, work orders, etc.

Must be available to work any of the following shifts:

• Days: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm. (Mon – Thurs) OR.


• Weekend days: 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Fri, Sat, Sun; paid for 40 hours) OR


• Weekend afternoons: 5:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. (Fri, Sat, Sun; paid for 40 hours)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.


• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.


• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.


• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.


• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing

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