Welder TIG & MIG

Full job description

Wesgar Inc. is a premier supplier of precision sheet metal components and value-added services to customers throughout Canada, the United States and Mexico. We have grown to be British Columbia's largest precision sheet metal manufacturer, supplying the Electronics, Printing, Medical Device, Power Switching and Test/Measurement industries. At Wesgar, we believe our employees are the key component to producing quality products which in turn allows us to offer our customers with complete solutions.

An opportunity to join our growing team has become available and we are currently seeking experienced Welders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Precision weld metal parts using MIG or TIG welding machines and techniques
• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment set up and operate Welding Machines correctly, identify machine issues and either fix or report them
• Operate equipment safely according to their intended use
• Handle incoming and outgoing parts safely and with care to avoid damage or injury.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear PPE as required
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of welding, brazing and soldering equipment
• May adjust welding heads and tooling according to work specifications

Qualifications and experience:

• Good Mechanical Blueprint reading skills
• Ability to communicate in English
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mechanical Aptitude
• A positive attitude and self motivated with a strong work ethic
• Punctual and reliable
• High school
• 1 year’s experience in metal fabrication industry
• Need to have the particular PPE (mandatory)

Skills:

• Good eye hand coordination
• Able to stand for extended period
• Able to solve problems and make good decisions

Work Schedule:

Afternoon (2 pm to 10 pm) for training.

After completing probation period, we offer benefits: health, dental, MSP, insurances, paid vacation.

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The wage will be determined based on the candidate’s performance during the welding test and is open to negotiation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00-$31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person