Number of Openings
1

Worker Type
Permanent

Position Overview
Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities! We are currently hiring a Journeyperson Welder in our Cranbrook shop.

Wage: $36.29 -$ 39.09 depending on apprentice level

Overtime paid as double time

Shift: 4x3 compressed shift

Paid Time Off in Year 1: Vacation & Sick time

6% Employer paid pension, plus up to 1% additional

6% voluntary Employee Share Purchase, earns 2% Finning match

100% Employer paid medical benefits

CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description

Maintain and repair Caterpillar Construction Equipment, Mining Equipment and Expanded Mining Equipment

Component rebuild and repair

Some Manufacturing

Perform routine maintenance work

Occasional work at heights and confined spaces

Frequent bending, squatting, climbing, and lifting/pushing of up to 45 pounds without assistance

Complete technical documentation (service reports, warranty, crossover notes)

Interact with customers, sales support, and the rest of the Finning team

Work with the Service Supervisor and Leadhand on various tasks as required

Qualifications

Second year Apprentice Welder

Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail

Strong welding aptitude: vertical, flat, and overhead test for both SMAW and FCAW,



machining experience is beneficial

Repair welding would be considered an asset

Strong line boring experience will be considered an asset

Important Details

This position is based in our Cranbrook branch on a 4x3 shift with potential to switch to a 7x7 shift

A condition of employment is the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator

Field work may be required

Union Membership
This is a unionized position. Union dues will be deducted from your pay upon hire. Terms of employment are governed by a collective agreement.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal chance employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

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📌 Apprentice Welder (British Columbia)
🏢 Finning
📍 British Columbia