Ornate Ironworks & Decor designs, fabricates, and installs custom metalwork from our facility in Woodbridge, Ontario. Our products include custom driveway gates, pedestrian gates, steel and metal fencing, railings, architectural metalwork, laser-cut decorative panels, and other made-to-order steel products. We are looking for an experienced Welder / Metal Fabricator who is also willing and able to work on installation projects at customer sites. This is a hands-on position for someone who takes pride in their workmanship, understands the importance of accurate fabrication, and is comfortable working both in the workshop and out in the field. The Role This position combines metal fabrication and welding at our Woodbridge facility with in office installation work throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Most projects begin in the workshop, where materials are measured, cut, fitted, welded, and prepared for finishing. You will also work with our team to load, transport, position, and install gates, fences, railings, and other metal products at residential and commercial properties. We need someone with previous experience in a similar metal fabrication or architectural metalwork environment. not someone whose experience is limited to general welding without fabrication or installation knowledge.

What You'll Do
1. Welding and Metal Fabrication
- Weld and fabricate custom steel products, including driveway gates, pedestrian gates, metal fencing, railings, frames, and architectural metal components.
- Perform accurate cutting, measuring, fitting, drilling, grinding, and preparation of metal components.
- Work with steel tubing, angle, flat bar, plate, and other metal materials used in gate and fence fabrication.
- Read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, measurements, and project specifications.
- Assemble components and ensure that products are square, aligned, structurally sound, and finished to the required dimensions.
- Produce clean, consistent welds with attention to strength, appearance, and overall quality.
- Prepare fabricated products for finishing, painting, powder coating, or other specified treatments.
- Identify fabrication issues and work with the team to find practical solutions. 2. On-Site Installation of Gates and Fences




- Travel to customer sites across the GTA to assist with the installation of driveway gates, pedestrian gates, steel fences, railings, and related metalwork.
- Install gate posts, hinges, brackets, mounting plates, hardware, and other components as required.
- Assist with setting out dimensions, checking levels, aligning posts, and ensuring that gates open and close correctly.
- Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, anchors, fasteners, and installation equipment.
- Assist with lifting, positioning, securing, and adjusting heavy metal assemblies safely.
- Complete installation work neatly while protecting customers' properties and maintaining a professional job site.
- Carry out on-site modifications and minor repairs when required and approved.
- Work alongside other team members to complete installations efficiently and according to project specifications. 3. Quality Control and Teamwork
- Check fabricated products and installed work for alignment, fit, finish, and proper operation.
- Identify potential issues before products leave the workshop or installation work is completed.
- Keep the workshop, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and in good working condition.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and use the appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Coordinate with the fabrication team and installation crew to meet project deadlines.
- Take responsibility for the quality of your work from fabrication through final installation. Who We're Looking For Must-Have Qualifications
- Previous hands-on experience as a welder, metal fabricator, ironworker, or a similar trade in a related industry.
- Experience working with steel fabrication, preferably involving gates, fences, railings, architectural metalwork, structural steel, or custom metal products.
- Practical welding experience,



particularly MIG welding and related fabrication techniques used in steelwork.
- Ability to measure accurately, interpret drawings, and work to specified dimensions.
- Experience with metal cutting, grinding, fitting, assembly, and finishing preparation.
- Willingness to travel to customer sites and actively participate in gate and fence installations.
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and common metal fabrication equipment.
- Good understanding of workshop safety, safe material handling, and proper use of welding equipment.
- Reliable, punctual, organized, and able to work independently as well as with a team.
- Able to communicate professionally with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers when required.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the job, including handling metal materials and working outdoors during installations. A valid driver's licence and the ability to travel to job sites across the GTA are required. The Kind of Person Who Thrives Here You take pride in building things properly. You understand that a custom gate or railing must not only look good but also fit correctly, operate smoothly, and stand up to everyday use and Canadian weather. You pay attention to small details, take measurements seriously, and do not cut corners to finish a job faster. You can look at a drawing, understand what needs to be fabricated, and work through the steps required to produce a quality result. You also understand that fabrication is only part of the job. You are comfortable going out to a customer's property, helping install the finished product, solving practical problems on-site, and making sure the completed work meets our standards.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant welding and metal fabrication experience. Candidates are encouraged to include photographs or examples of previous work, particularly custom gates, fences, railings, architectural metalwork, or completed installation projects. We are especially interested in candidates who can demonstrate both robust workshop fabrication skills and practical experience installing metal products on-site. Pay: $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:
- On-site parking Work

Location:
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