Your professional future matters. At

Weldco-Beales Manufacturing , we care as much about your future as we do about our own. That’s why we’re always: Searching for top talent; Striving for new heights; and Succeeding in creating a dynamic work environment. Everything you bring to the table, we want it. We want to watch you grow and thrive alongside WBM.

Who Are We?

In operation for 80 years,

Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is proudly a 100% Inuvialuit-owned company.

We put three things ahead of all else: our people, our quality, and our safety. We produce heavy equipment attachments for construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Joining our team means committing to excellence, while receiving industry-leading employee experience. We’ll stand behind you as you strive for success and promote the ideals of WBM.

Fitters lay out, prepare and assemble structural steel, buckets, thumbs, couplers and other miscellaneous components.

Responsibilities, Duties and Tasks

Working under the general supervision of Fab Shop Foreman your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Fitting

Typical Duties include

Ability to work with heavy plate steel

Read and interpret blueprints

Plan the sequence of tasks and assemble parts according to drawings

Fabricate steel weldments and use measuring instruments

Assemble and fit metal sections and plates together to form complete units or sub-units

Fasten components together (by tack weld) in preparation for a welder to complete the process

Operates and uses various other tools and hand grinders

Customer Service

Provides quality customer service to internal clients

Responds to requests in a prompt and expeditious manner

Produces quality workmanship on finished products

Workplace Safety

Maintains a clean, orderly and safe work environment at all times

Practices safety in the work place at all times to ensure he or she does not endanger oneself or others in the plant

Complies to all safety regulations, policies and procedures without any deviance,



including wearing all appropriate Personal Protection Equipment at all times

Will perform daily pre-shift inspections on any and all equipment that will be used during the shift and inspection results will be recorded in log book

Will regularly check all work tools and equipment and shall take out of service any tool or equipment that poses a hazard due to a need for repairs.

All defective tools will be tagged and taken out of service for repair or must be discarded

Promotes and ensures workplace safety exists at all times

Ensures the health and safety of oneself and each and every worker

Leads by example

Other Duties

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Experience A minimum 3+ years of related experience

Education

Completion of Grade 9 (Preference will be given to high school graduates.)

Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of all safety practices

In-depth knowledge of all tools and equipment and their use and care

Skills

Communication skills to read, write, listen, and speak in a clear and concise manner to individuals at various levels

Interpersonal skills work collaboratively with others

Time management skills to productively complete work and meet all deadlines

Organizational skills to plan out and coordinate his or her work in a logical manner

Analytical skills to identify problems and find a solution, or seek advice from the supervisor

Safety conscious

Follows instructions thoroughly and uses good judgment

Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality

Self-motivated to manage his or her time effectively and productively

Collaborates with others to achieve company objectives





Be proficient in the use of all tools common to the fabrication shop workplace

Have a good working knowledge of acetylene cutting

Bonus Round!

Our employees are the lifeblood of WBM.

We offer the following benefits to help you be the best version of yourself:

Multiple schedule options with shorter work weeks

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

Group Life insurance

Medical , Dental and Vision care coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching

Education and apprenticeship support including EI top-up payments A workplace the prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results.

Rewards

monthly incentive program with monetary rewards service awards in 5-year increments company/team events personal growth career advancement opportunities

Vacancy Status

This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire.

Due to safety considerations and the physically demanding nature of the role, successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Passing the Level 1 fitness test on your first attempt is a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR).

If you ever have questions or need any kind of accommodation along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to help!

Weldco Companies is a subsidiary of IDC (Inuvialuit Development Corporation) and is 100% Inuvialuit owned. Weldco provides Employment and Career Development opportunities for its beneficiaries and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, Weldco’s goal is for our employees to be as diverse as our products. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require accommodation at any point throughout this process we will work with you to meet your needs.

Applications for this position may be kept on file for twelve months and may be considered for future positions within Weldco or IDC. Your interest in Weldco is appreciated. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Afternoon shift: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm - 2:30 am.

📌 Plate Fabricator/Fitter (Winnipeg)
🏢 Weldco-Beales MFG Alberta
📍 Winnipeg