As a Fitter Welder, you are responsible for welding metal components to form a final product that is dedicated to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, you will have experience in both fitting and welding metal components to produce high-quality fabricated products. Precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment are essential.
Location: 100 Savage Drive Cambridge, ON. Position will move to 141 Consolidated Drive, Paris, ON in late 2025/early 2026.
Dedicated Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm, Monday - Friday
Shift Premium: $3.00 per hour in addition o the base rate
Job Duties:
Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints to determine welding requirements for prototypes and custom products
Measure and fabricate metal components accurately using various tools and equipment, with minimal or no jigs and fixtures
Ensure proper materials are selected for each job to weld together metal components
Follow safety protocols and wear prescribed personal protective equipment to prevent injuries
Operate lifting devices, such as cranes (overhead and/or jib), to complete large welding jobs
Ensure welding machines are properly calibrated
Inspect welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
Repair and rework welds as needed
Communicate with supervisors to ensure production schedules are met
Skills & Experience:
Experience in both fitting and welding metal components
Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
Required to read and interpret welding blueprints, drawing specifications, procedures, and work instructions
Assembly welding tasks require collaboration with coworkers, effective communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to make sound decisions when working on projects that involve multiple team members
Physical requirements include standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending while welding for extended periods of time
Extreme temperature exposure to weather changes (heat)
Qualifications
Experience measuring and fabricating metal components using various tools and equipment without jigs and fixtures.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
What We Can Offer You
Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more!
Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!
Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!
Why work for Tigercat?
We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.
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