Wabi Iron & Steel Corp. has an opening for a Welder - Fitter. We offer a competitive wage, structured in accordance with the terms of the collective agreement, along with medical and dental benefits, and a pension plan. Additional compensation and benefits may be provided based on certification and skill level.

This is a full-time, permanent position, scheduled Monday to Thursday, 40 hours per week.

Primary Function:

To fit, assemble and weld various types of material (steel/ aluminum) to structural shapes into all types of assemblies according to blueprints, sketches and/or special instructions. Including welding subject to hydrostatic pressure test, standard x-ray testing procedures.

Required Certification:

The employee carrying out the tasks associated with this discipline shall possess the following accreditations:

· Welder Fitter Certificate – Post Secondary Institution

· CWB Welding Tickets – FCAW (Vertical Position), GMAW – AL (Vertical Position)

Working Procedure:

- Assembles, positions, fits and welds, or bolts detail material to structure shapes, etc., to form into structural assemblies.

- Handles material to and away from work benches manually or by hoists.

- Receives instructions, blueprints, sketches and identified material

- Operates arc air gouger as required.

- Selects the proper welding and burning equipment, adjusts and regulates to obtain desired results.

- Uses proper size and kind of electrode, and best welding techniques with view to quality and quantity of weld deposited and minimum of material misalignment.

- Checks welding for flaws and makes necessary repairs.

- Applies paint to contact surfaces where and when required.

- Tightens bolts to recommend torque using proper torque wrenches when required.

- Lines off own material, from blueprints or sketches, with templates or freehand.\

- Fits sub-assemblies and auxiliary assemblies, working from prints, and pre-located holes.

- Checks safety mechanisms for alignment and action.

- Dismantles assemblies to repair or replace parts.

- Checks work against print to ensure accuracy.

- Maintains valid CWB welding certification.

Resume can be dropped off in person or emailed to resume@wabicorp.com