Position summary

The Welder/Fitter fits, fabricates and welds metal components and assemblies to technical drawings, specifications and quality standards, with a focus on chrome carbide overlay wear parts. The role supports shop production, coaches fellow welders, and makes sure all work meets Soluroc's safety, quality and productivity expectations.

Key responsibilities

Fabrication & welding

- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, dimensions, tolerances and work instructions
- Prepare materials and select the required tools, fixtures, consumables and equipment
- Measure, mark, cut, fit, tack, align and assemble components accurately for welding
- Perform MIG, TIG and/or Stick welding as required
- Perform pipe fitting and welding on custom-fabricated assemblies
- Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, torches, drills and saws
- Assist in layout and measurement of materials
- Perform grinding, cleaning, slag removal, deburring and finishing
- Inspect welds and verify fit-up, alignment, dimensions and weld size for structural integrity and quality compliance

Chrome carbide overlay

- Perform self-shielded flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-S) on chrome carbide overlay wear plates and custom parts
- Work with specialized alloy and hardfacing consumables to approved welding procedures and manufacturer requirements
- Adjust welding parameters and technique to suit base metal (mild, hardened/tempered or stainless steel), thickness, joint design and position
- Fit, cut, form and weld carbide overlay plate into finished, ready-to-install components
- Identify and report overlay and weld defects, dimensional issues,



material concerns and equipment problems

Shop operations

- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Operate the overhead crane as required
- Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance concerns
- Follow production priorities and communicate obstacles promptly
- Collaborate with supervisors and team members to meet production targets
- Support and coach fellow welders by sharing technical knowledge, positive work practices and practical solutions
- Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity
- Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor or manager

Health & safety

- Follow all Soluroc safety policies and shop procedures
- Wear required PPE at all times
- Participate in safety meetings and training
- Report hazards, near misses and unsafe conditions immediately

Qualifications & experience

Required

- 2+ years of hands-on fabrication, fitting and welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
- Demonstrated experience with chrome carbide overlay, hardfacing or wear-resistant welding
- Demonstrated experience with self-shielded flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-S)
- Proficiency in MIG welding
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding symbols
- Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, squares, levels and calipers
- Ability to recognize common welding and fabrication defects and take corrective action
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to approved welding procedures and quality standards
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines, and to work as part of a team

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