Job Description

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).

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