About the Role

Valcom Antennas is seeking a Fiberglass Antenna Finisher to join our manufacturing team in Guelph, Ontario. This hands-on role is responsible for the cosmetic finishing, assembly, and preparation of fiberglass antennas and antenna bases, ensuring products meet Valcom's high standards for quality, appearance, and performance before entering the paint process.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, takes pride in precision craftsmanship, and is looking for stable, long-term employment with a well-established Canadian manufacturer.

What You'll Be Responsible For

- Performing cosmetic finishing and repairs on fiberglass antennas and antenna bases using body filler and finishing compounds
- Preparing fiberglass antennas and bases for painting
- Sanding, shaping, and smoothing antenna surfaces using hand and power tools
- Applying fiberglass cloth and resin to antenna bases and components as required
- Drilling mounting holes using a drill press
- Installing ferrules, threaded rods, and other antenna components
- Soldering copper wire to ferrules and completing finishing work following soldering
- Joining antenna sections and assemblies
- Using measuring instruments, including vernier calipers, to ensure dimensional accuracy
- Reading and following basic mechanical drawings and work instructions
- Working closely with production, quality, and management teams to meet quality and production goals
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and secure work environment in accordance with company standards

What We're Looking For

- Experience using hand and power tools safely and effectively
- Ability to perform precision cosmetic finishing work with strong attention to detail
- Ability to solder and complete finishing work following assembly
- Experience using measuring instruments,



including vernier calipers and other basic measuring tools
- Ability to use electrical testing equipment, including a multimeter
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
- Ability to follow established procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
- Strong commitment to quality workmanship and continuous improvement
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with production, quality, and management teams to meet company goals
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working with fiberglass, composites, body fillers, resins, or similar finishing materials
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, assembly, finishing, or production environment

Work Schedule & Environment

- Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (may be adjusted based on business needs)
- Breaks:
- 30-minute unpaid lunch break
- Two paid 15-minute breaks
- Clean, air-conditioned manufacturing facility
- Working with fiberglass materials, cloth, resins, and finishing compounds
- Reliable transportation required

Why Join Valcom Antennas?

- Canadian-owned company with more than 70 years of stability and success
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Employer-paid benefits and pension plan
- Generous paid time off, including two-week summer and holiday shutdowns
- Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture




- Summer hours with half-day Fridays (June through September)
- Opportunities to learn specialized manufacturing skills in a growing industry

About Valcom Antennas

Valcom Antennas is a trusted Canadian manufacturer specializing in high-performance antennas and communications infrastructure for military, commercial, and government customers. Based in Guelph, Ontario, we design and manufacture mission-critical antenna systems for maritime environments and beyond, including HF, VHF, UHF, AM broadcast, and multi-band applications. With approximately 85% Canadian content, our products are relied upon worldwide for their durability, reliability, and performance.

Equity, Accessibility & Accommodations

Valcom Antennas is committed to employment equity and fostering an inclusive workplace. We comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

Thank you to all applicants for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This role is an addition to our current headcount. Valcom Antennas may use AI-enabled tools to support parts of the resume screening process; however, all recruitment decisions involve human oversight and review.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- How many years of fiberglass, composites, resin, auto body, or similar finishing experience do you have?

Experience:

- Soldering: 2 years (preferred)
- Blueprint reading: 2 years (preferred)

Location:

- Guelph, ON N1G 3M5 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Fiberglass Antenna Finisher (Canada)
🏢 Valcom Manufacturing
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