Fitters (Metal Fabricators)

You will have an opportunity to develop new skills, including specialized steel fabrication techniques specific to the shipbuilding industry — that rely on some of the most state-of-the-art equipment in the world.

If you are interested in being part of the regeneration of the Canadian shipbuilding industry and secure well-paid work spanning the coming decade and beyond, then please send us your application today!

We'd love to hear from you if you are a Red Seal Journeyperson Metal Fabricator OR have multiple years of fabricating experience in an industrial environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• CWB all position FCAW Tacking Ticket preferred
• ITA Marine Fitter Endorsement ideal
• Demonstrated passion for safety and environmental stewardship
• Good communication skills both written and verbal in the English language
• Ability to work positively in a team environment
• Demonstrated proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency at layout and fabrication of metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames
• Demonstrated proficiency in using jacks, turnbuckles, and fairing tools
• Need to be able to work in a construction environment involving confined spaces, working at heights, physical labor and various weather conditions
• Must be flexible and be able to work all shifts

This is a Union role with Marine & Shipbuilders CMAW Local 506.

• Health, Welfare & Pension Package: Excellent benefits package after completion of 480 hours
• Wage: $54.29 per hour (with TQ ticket)
• Shift Differential (if applicable): $3.25 per hour for afternoon shift, $4.65 per hour for graveyard
• Overtime: Double time