Welder/Fitter

Guelph, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Read drawings and welding procedures, prepare materials, fit and assemble components, and weld metal parts to specified tolerances and quality standards. Operate fabrication equipment, document production and traceability information, handle materials when certified, and maintain safe, clean work areas across the Fergus and Guelph plants as needed.

Job details

WELDER-FITTER Fergus, Ontario | Full-Time Our client is seeking a Welder-Fitter to join its fabrication team in Fergus, Ontario. This role involves laying out, fitting, and welding metal components and assemblies from shop drawings, with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and safety. The ideal candidate has hands-on welding and fitting experience, can interpret blueprints and weld symbols, and is comfortable supporting a variety of fabrication and shop duties. PERKS AND OPPORTUNITIES Full-time employment. In-house training and certification opportunities for forklift and overhead crane operation. Cross-training on different fabrication equipment, processes, and workstations. Opportunity to work on a variety of metal fabrication projects. Responsibilities Read and interpret shop drawings, weld symbols, bills of material, and welding procedures. Measure, mark, cut, bevel, and prepare materials for fabrication. Fit, align, square, and tack assemblies to specified tolerances using jigs, fixtures, clamps, and measuring tools. Set up and operate MIG, flux-core, stick, and TIG welding equipment according to assigned work and qualifications. Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other alloys within the scope of qualification. Complete production and repair welds, including preheat and interpass temperature control where required. Grind and finish welds, remove slag and spatter, and correct distortion. Inspect completed work and maintain quality standards in accordance with welding procedures, CWB requirements, and customer specifications. Record required production, welding, and material traceability information. Operate fabrication equipment such as saws, ironworkers, drill presses, press brakes, plate rolls, and shears as trained. Handle materials using forklifts and overhead cranes once trained and certified. Assist with surface preparation, painting, coating, equipment upkeep, and general housekeeping. Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workstation. Cross-train and support work at either the Fergus or Guelph plant as required. Requirements Completion of a recognized welding program, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience. Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols. Welding qualifications appropriate to the work, or the ability to qualify to CWB/CSA W47.1 requirements. Strong fitting skills and attention to dimensions, alignment, and weld quality. Structural or metal fabrication experience is an asset. Commitment to safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet production schedules. Reliability, adaptability, and willingness to learn different processes and equipment. Ability to perform physical shop duties, including standing, bending, kneeling, and handling materials with appropriate lifting aids. Willingness to work at either the Fergus or Guelph plant as operational needs require. Forklift and overhead crane certification are not required upon hire; training and certification opportunities are provided in-house. Please feel free to reach out to melissa.zicarelli@toptiertalentgroup.com for more information.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires completion of a recognized welding program, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience, along with the ability to interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols. Candidates should have strong fitting skills, appropriate welding qualifications or the ability to qualify under CWB/CSA W47.1 requirements, safe work habits, and the ability to perform physical shop duties and work at either plant.