06 Nov
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Recutify
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Canada
Job Description Job Description
We're seeking an experienced Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator to join a high-volume fabrication environment. You'll handle fit-up, layout, and code-compliant welding of beams, columns, stairs, handrails, platforms, and miscellaneous metals.
Key Responsibilities
Read and interpret shop drawings, welding symbols, and blueprints (imperial/metric). Perform fit-up, layout, and tack of structural members to tight tolerances. Weld using FCAW/GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (Stick) in flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead positions to AWS D1.1 / CWB standards. Fabricate components: cut, bevel, drill, cope, and prep using oxy-fuel/plasma, saws, ironworker, grinders . Verify dimensions; maintain quality with gauges, squares, levels, tapes. Follow WPS and complete welds to specification; assist with rework as needed.
Rig, move, and position steel safely (basic rigging/overhead crane use). Keep a clean,
organized work area; complete production and QC documentation. Adhere to all safety policies and wear required PPE . Must-Have Qualifications 3–5 years structural steel welding/fabrication experience (shop or field). Proficiency in FCAW/GMAW/SMAW and structural fit-up/layout . Robust blueprint reading and welding symbol knowledge. Able to weld in all positions and handle materials up to heavy sections. Solid understanding of AWS D1.1 / CSA W47.1 requirements.
Nice to Have
Current CWB (CSA W47.1) tickets or AWS D1.1 ; employer can test/upgrade strong candidates. Forklift/Overhead Crane experience; basic rigging certification. Familiarity with NDT/VT inspection practices and completing QC forms. WHMIS , Working at Heights/Fall Protection (asset).
📌 Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator (Canada)
🏢 Recutify
📍 Canada