We are hiring Journeyperson Welders for a union shipbuilding project in North Vancouver, BC! This is a 4-month contract with a high chance of extension, offering high pay, double-time overtime, employer-paid union benefits, and full relocation support for non-local welders. If you want consistent hours, strong advantages, and the opportunity to work with a leader in shipbuilding on vessels for the Royal Canadian Navy and the Canadian Coast Guard, this is the one!

Location : North Vancouver, BC

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week (overtime available)

Type: Contract, with potential for extension

Start Date : February 2026

Compensation & Benefits

- Hourly Rate:

- $57.01/hour ($59.29/hour starting March 1st)

- Overtime: All overtime paid at double time

- Union Benefits: $8.85/hour in employer-paid union health and pension benefits ($9.15/hour starting March 1st)

- Living Out Allowance (LOA) to support meals and daily expenses (Tax-free):

- Month 1: $107.35/day

- Month 2: $85.07/day

- Month 3+: $56.76/day

- Relocation Support (Non-Local Candidates):

- Flights provided at the start of the contract and upon completion.

- Fully furnished apartment provided (Kitchen + utilities + internet + housekeeping included)

- Living Out Allowance paid daily

- No upfront costs. Expenses reimbursed after completion of the first week of work

- 4 month contract position with a strong chance of extension based on production





- Security Clearance Opportunity with eligibility valid for up to 10 years

Key Responsibilities

- Weld ship structures and outfit components using FCAW in all positions.

- Read and interpret blueprints, work packages, and welding specifications.

- Perform Oxy/Fuel cutting, Plasma cutting, and Air-arc gouging.

- Work safely at heights, in confined spaces, and across varying weather conditions.

- Meet shipbuilding quality standards, VSY Safety Standards, and our clients Core Values.

- Set up welding equipment and prepare materials as required.

- Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and outdoors.

- Follow all site safety procedures and contribute to a safe, efficient work environment.

Qualifications:

- Valid Journeyperson Welder Ticket (Red Seal is an asset)

- Valid CWB FCAW All-Position certification

- Minimum 2.5 years (30 months) of welding experience

- Proof of FCAW usage within the last 3 months

- ​​​​​​​Candidates must pass a Marine Annex weld test (Matrix HR will help facilitate testing)

- Proficient in Oxy/Fuel cutting, Plasma cutting, and Air-arc gouging

Additional Requirements

- Full PPE required.

- Must be eligible to work in Canada.

- Background/security checks required.

- Willingness to relocate to North Vancouver for the duration of the contract​​​​​​​

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