Metal Fabricator Apprentice

Our purpose is simple: To enrich the lives of our partners!

Glass Canada is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services available today, and we believe that commitment begins with hiring the best people. The Metal Fabricator Apprentice is responsible for supporting the fabrication team by assisting with shop organization, product preparation, and safe operation of basic tools and machinery.

Under the guidance of experienced fabricators, the apprentice will shadow and learn the processes involved in commercial metal fabrication, building the foundation for a future career in the trade. This role contributes to Glass Canada’s higher purpose of “Enriching the lives of our partners.”

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist in the preparation of materials and products for fabrication.


• Support shop organization by maintaining clean, orderly, and safe work areas.


• Learn to set up and operate basic tools and machinery, such as saws, drills, and grinders, under supervision.


• Shadow fabricators to gain exposure to blueprints, drawings, and specifications.


• Perform basic tasks such as measuring, cutting, and deburring metal components.


• Help inspect fabricated parts to ensure accuracy under the direction of experienced fabricators.


• Collaborate with team members and actively seek opportunities to learn the full fabrication process.


• Assist with equipment care by performing simple cleaning and reporting maintenance needs.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Eagerness to learn the trade of commercial metal fabrication.


• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.


• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools and simple machinery.


• Strong attention to detail, with willingness to develop precision and accuracy.


• Comfortable working at heights and in various environments (indoor/outdoor job sites).


• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling delicate materials.


• Stamina to perform physical labor, including bending, lifting, and standing for long periods.
  


• Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.


• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime as required.


• Warehouse environment with exposure to glass dust and noise (PPE provided).


• Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and carrying of glass materials.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Health Care Spending Account


• Annual Boot Allowance


• RRSP Program & Company Match


• Company BBQs


• Family, friendly environment


• Corporate Employee Discount Program


• Referral Program


• Employee & Family Assistance Program


• Charity Partnerships to connect with our Community


• Perkopolis and more!

Glass Canada provides accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and human resources will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

This role is currently vacant and is being filled due to an existing position becoming available. We do not use AI in our recruitment process.