Napier-Reid is a leading supplier of engineered water and wastewater treatment systems located in Aurora, Ontario. Our team of highly trained specialists work across the globe solving unique water challenges. Since its inception in 1950, Napier-Reid has completed over 3,000 water and wastewater treatment contracts for both municipal and industrial clients in more than 40 countries.

With our commitment to the values of collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Napier-Reid strives to be a leading employer in the water and wastewater industry.

Welder / Fabricator (CWB Structural & TSSA Pressure Pipe)

We are presently seeking a highly skilled and multi-certified Welder / Fabricator to join our production team at Napier-Reid. In this dual-discipline role, the candidate will perform structural fabrication on carbon steel structures and high-integrity pressure welding on stainless steel pipe systems.

Beyond everyday production, the selected candidate will serve as a key technical anchor, helping our organization maintain its CSA W47.1 certification and comply with TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) quality control programs. Responsibilities include executing code-compliant welds, maintaining strict documentation tracking, and ensuring our shop remains fully prepared for external regulatory audits.

Key Responsibilities

Structural & Pressure Pipe Welding Execution

- Carbon Steel Structures: Weld and fabricate heavy structural frameworks, sub-assemblies, and brackets in accordance with technical drawings using GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux-Core), and SMAW (Stick) processes.
- Stainless Steel Piping: Execute high-precision GTAW (TIG) and combination welds on stainless steel pressure piping systems. Ensure full root penetration, proper purging, and defect-free finishes capable of passing volumetric NDT (X-ray / Ultrasound) testing.
- Fitting & Blueprint Reading: Read and accurately interpret complex blueprints, isometric drawings, spool sheets, and advanced AWS/ISO welding symbols. Layout, fit, and tack assemblies to exacting tolerances.

CWB W47.1 Quality Control Support

- Procedure Adherence:



Execute all structural steel welds precisely to the company’s registered Welding Procedure Data Sheets (WPDS) under CSA W59.
- Audit Readiness: Assist the Quality Control team or Welding Supervisor in maintaining material trace logs, tagging structural components, and tracking welder performance to support seamless CWB bi-annual audits.
- CWB Ticket Continuity: Maintain personal CWB credentials in good standing (undergoing mandated check-testing every 2 years) and set a standard for weld quality across the shop floor.

TSSA & ASME Code Compliance

- Pressure Piping Quality: Perform pressure piping work strictly in accordance with ASME B31.1 (Power Piping) and ASME B31.3 (Process Piping) specifications.
- WPS Compliance: Follow registered employer Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), closely monitoring key variables like preheat, gas flow, and shielding.
- Inspection Cooperation: Collaborate with third-party Quality Control inspectors and TSSA Inspectors during mandated visual, hydrostatic, or pneumatic testing phases. Maintain an active, verifiable TSSA Welder Continuity Log.

Material Handling & Shop Safety

- Material Movement: Safely transport structural steel beams, pipe spools, and heavy raw materials around the fabrication floor.
- Equipment Operation: Willingness to undergo training and operate material handling equipment (such as counterbalance or reach forklifts) to safely load and unload fabrication stations.

Requirements

- Valid CWB Ticket under CSA W47.1 (Multi-position structural carbon steel).
- Current TSSA Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ) Certificate for stainless steel pipe, preferably in the 6G position using the GTAW (TIG) process under ASME Section IX.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb, bend,



and work comfortably in tight fabrication spaces or multi-position orientations.
- Maintain strict compliance with all PPE regulations, ambient air monitoring, shade lens requirements, and plant safety directives.

Qualifications & Skills

- 3+ years of professional experience executing code-level structural and pressure pipe welding in an industrial fabrication setting.
- Previous experience with or an openness to being trained and certified on a Forklift to assist with moving raw materials and finished products safely.
- Comprehensive understanding of weld shrinkage control, structural geometry, purging procedures for stainless steel, and metallurgical differences between carbon and stainless steel.
- Working familiarity with the organizational demands of CSA W47.1 and TSSA Quality Control Manuals.
- Provincial Journeyman or Red Seal Welder / Fabricator designation is highly preferred.

Competitive salary and compensation including benefits and retirement plans are available. If you’re someone who’s looking for an opportunity to contribute and excel in a collaborative working environment, then this may be the role for you. The successful candidate will be an integral team member to a growing and dynamic engineering team and will thrive in a collaborative, quick-paced and inclusive environment using the latest technology. Napier-Reid provides an opportunity for driven individuals to grow their technical and professional skill sets in a workplace that values family.

Please apply with a cover letter and resume indicating the job title in the subject line.

Napier-Reid is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. AI is not used in our review or selection process. We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants, however, only those candidates will be contacted.

Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:
- CWB Ticket under CSA W47.1 (required)
- TSSA Welder Performance Qualification Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Welder/Fabricator (Aurora)
🏢 NAPIER-REID
📍 Aurora