Fitter/Welder

The Company
For 50 years, MacGregors Industrial Group has been a leading provider of machining and metal fabrication solutions to the manufacturing, energy, mining, forestry and construction industries. Our goal is to add value and build trust with our clients.
Located in Recent Glasgow, Nova Scotia, our markets reach throughout North America and into export markets.

The Opportunity: Fitter/Welder Lead Hand

Responsibilities

- Interpret drawings and plan the material processing, fitting, and welding of projects.
- As a Fitter/Welder you will be asked to perform in a leadership role on small teams including welders, labors, and other fitters.
- Perform accurate calculations from drawings to layout, fit, and process material as required.
- Ensure all parts are fitted accurately in accordance to supplied drawings.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (Horizontal, vertical or overhead).
- Strong communication with supervision and QA/QC to ensure accuracy.
- Set up of components for welding according to specifications.
- High attention to industry safety standards.

Job Requirements

- Be proficient using a variety of welding equipment (FCAW, SMAW, TIG, MIG,)
- Be proficient in the fitting and processing of structural shapes and plate




- Custom fabrication skills using press breaks, shears and various other fab shop equipment would be an asset.
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a Fitter / welder.
- Current valid CWB welding tickets, preference given to those with aluminum welding experience.
- Strong attention to detail.

Languages
English

Hours & Benefits
40 hours per week with medical benefits, dental benefits, group insurance benefits, safety footwear allowance, pension plan and vision care benefits. MacGregor’s offers flexible vacation scheduling as well as 10 paid holidays per year. 3 weeks' paid vacation upon completion of probation period, up to 5 weeks' paid vacation commensurate with years of service.

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants; however, only those candidates with the required skills and experience will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$36.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you hold a Canadian work permit?
- Do you have aluminum welding experience?

Experience:

- Welding: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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