DF Barnes Fabrication · St. John's, NL, Canada A1C 5X4

Employment Type Full-time

Location In person

Journeyperson Machinist

We are currently seeking a skilled Journeyperson Machinist to join our team at DF Barnes Fabrication in Newfoundland & Labrador. This position is primarily shop-based at 45 Pepperrell Road, with deployment to field locations as required to support machining, repair, and maintenance activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a variety of manual and portable machining equipment, producing high-quality work to precise specifications in both shop and field environments.

Responsibilities
Set up and operate manual machines including lathes, mills, grinders, flange facers, portable mills, and boring equipment
Perform machining, repair, and fitting work primarily in the shop workplace, with occasional field deployment
Carry out on-site flange facing, line boring, and portable milling as required
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders
Machine parts to tight tolerances and quality standards
Inspect finished products using precision measuring tools




Troubleshoot machining issues and make adjustments as required
Maintain a clean and secure work workplace
Follow all safety policies and procedures, both in-shop and in the field

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

Qualifications
Certified Journeyperson Machinist (Red Seal preferred)
Minimum 3–5 years of machining experience
Strong knowledge of manual and portable machining practices
Experience with flange facers, portable mills, and boring equipment considered a strong asset
Willing and able to travel to field and industrial sites as required
Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team

What We Offer
Competitive wages based on experience
Steady, full time work in a primarily shop-based role
Opportunities for overtime
Supportive team environment
Variety of work with occasional field exposure
Room for growth and advancement

Benefits
Health insurance
Dental & health
RRSP program

📌 Journeyperson Machinist St John's (St. John's)
🏢 DF Barnes
📍 St. John's