MIG Welder
Company
Scilltech Professional Services
Location
Milton, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
17 hours ago
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Job Description
Job description:
We’re hiring an experienced MIG Welder/Fitter to join a busy and growing fabrication shop in Milton, Ontario. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone who takes pride in precision work and thrives in a hands-on production environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates will complete a practical weld test to demonstrate their skills.
Pay Rate: Up to $30/hr (Based on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Mornings)
Responsibilities
• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on aluminum and steel components.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to fit and assemble parts accurately.
• Cut, grind, and prepare materials to ensure strong, clean welds.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, identifying defects such as porosity, undercut, or warping.
• Set up and maintain welding equipment and fabrication tools.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Requirements
• Minimum 2+ years of MIG welding and fitting experience in a shop environment.
• Strong experience working with aluminum and steel.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and shop drawings.
• Proficiency with measuring and layout tools (tape measures, squares, calipers).
• Physical ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to complete a hands-on weld test.
Use of AI
We do not use AI for our hiring or candidate selection process. And, this is an open position.
We’re hiring an experienced MIG Welder/Fitter to join a busy and growing fabrication shop in Milton, Ontario. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone who takes pride in precision work and thrives in a hands-on production environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates will complete a practical weld test to demonstrate their skills.
Pay Rate: Up to $30/hr (Based on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Mornings)
Responsibilities
• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on aluminum and steel components.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to fit and assemble parts accurately.
• Cut, grind, and prepare materials to ensure strong, clean welds.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, identifying defects such as porosity, undercut, or warping.
• Set up and maintain welding equipment and fabrication tools.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Requirements
• Minimum 2+ years of MIG welding and fitting experience in a shop environment.
• Strong experience working with aluminum and steel.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and shop drawings.
• Proficiency with measuring and layout tools (tape measures, squares, calipers).
• Physical ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to complete a hands-on weld test.
Use of AI
We do not use AI for our hiring or candidate selection process. And, this is an open position.
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