Job Description
Even great teams need a break! Our shipyard will be closed for a summer shutdown from July 18 to August 2. See you soon!

As a Shipbuilder, you’ll support the trades teams and keep the yard moving by reading and interpreting drawings and work orders; assisting with painting, installing insulation, pre‑cutting cabling, and driving trucks; performing metal finishing such as grinding and making, cleaning, and polishing bevels; maintaining housekeeping standards in tanks, vessel interiors, shops, trailers, and washrooms while handling waste; and managing the handling and movement of materials (cement, sand, snow, grass, water, and more). You will also ensure quality control by reporting any non‑conformities, set up and maintain tools and equipment, operate forklifts and other mobile equipment, and carry out any other related duties assigned by your supervisor, in full compliance with our quality standards.

You must be available for all shifts. While we consider your schedule preferences (day, evening, weekend) when creating schedules, they cannot be guaranteed.

Compensation

$31.66/hour for the first 1,000 hours, then $34.99/hour.

Overtime paid at double time.

Work Schedule

Day: 4‑day workweek, 10 hours per day

Evening: 4‑day workweek, 10 hours per day + $2.00/hour premium

Weekend: 3‑day workweek, 12 hours per day + $2.50/hour premium

Benefits
At Davie, we know that moving is a big change. To welcome you to the region, we offer a relocation allowance for unionized production and maintenance employees: up to $2,500 for a single person or couple,



and $4,000 for a family. Full details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Comprehensive insurance: health, disability, dental, vision, health spending account

Company events

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine

Paid time off (2 floating days + 2 days for family obligations)

Paid holidays during site closure

Retirement plan

Positive work workplace supported by the employer

Free on‑site parking

Requirements
To maintain the quality of our operations, you must have one of the following qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, OR

ASP card for labourers, OR

DEP in a related field, OR

Experience in an industrial environment (asset).

Successful completion of the security clearance process required under the Federal Government Contract Security Program (minimum 5 years of continuous residence in Canada with no interruption longer than 6 consecutive months).

About Us
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!

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📌 Shipbuilder (Quebec City)
🏢 Davie
📍 Quebec City