Welder
We are currently hiring a full-time Welder for a well-established metal fabrication company located in Cobourg. This is an Afternoon shift position with the potential to become permanent after a successful 3-month probationary period.
Start Date: Immediate
Summer Hours: Monday to Thursday, 3.30pm – 2.00am. Training will take place on the Day shift, Monday to Thursday, 5.00am to 3.30pm for one week at the start of the employment.
Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate welding and safety equipment following all health and safety protocols
- Perform flat and horizontal welding of metal components
- Start power sources, ignite torches, and strike arcs to complete welds
- Inspect equipment and materials for defects; report issues to the supervisor
- Align, clamp, tack-weld, grind, or bolt parts to prepare for welding
- Operate manual and semi-automatic welding processes, including MIG, flux-cored, and plasma arc welding
- Monitor welding operations to prevent overheating, warping, or material distortion
- Measure and examine finished work to ensure it meets specifications
- Use hand and power tools specific to the welding trade
- Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders
- Lay out, align, and secure parts using measurement tools like callipers and rulers
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid welding certification
- Experience using standard metal fabrication equipment (welders, saws, hand tools, steel cutters); CNC experience is an asset
- Strong understanding of workplace safety practices
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow production orders
- Willingness to work overtime as required
- Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks, including lifting, climbing, and working in various positions
If you’re a skilled welder seeking a stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable employer, we’d love to hear from you!
