Part-Time Field Welder Tester
Company
CWB Group
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Eluta.ca
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Job Description
As a Part-Time Field Welder Tester you will provide welder qualification testing services to CWB clients who are applicants or certified to various CSA welding standards to support the FT Certification Services Representative in the area. These services may also be provided to unions and accredited testing centers. Please note that this part time position is on as needed basis and there are no guaranteed hours (On call availability is required all day from Monday to Friday) This position reports to the Director, Central & Western region and will work out of CWB's client locations, within the Toronto , Mississauga ON a nd surrounding areas . What you bring to the table: Knowledge of welding and CSA W47.1, W47.2 and W186 welder qualification testing standards. Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in one of the following: Welding experience with CWB welder qualification tickets, CWB Approved Welding Supervisor, Welding Inspection, or Educator/Trainer background Technical background and knowledge of the welding and joining industry A valid driver 's license and own vehicle are mandatory for travel Minimum-INTERMEDIATE computer knowledge of MS Windows / MS Office (Outlook). The following qualifications would be an asset: CWB Approved Welding Supervisor CSA W178.2 Level 1 or 2 Inspector. Journey Person Welder (with more than 5 years experience) Welding Engineering Technician/Technologist
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Canada as of 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada sets the federal minimum wage at $18.75 per hour effective January 1 2026, though provincial rates for welders range from $20.50 in Nova Scotia to $23.00 in British Columbia. Unionized welders under Red Seal certification earn an average of $35.75 per hour with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours weekly.
What work permit is required for international welders applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment issued after March 2026, valid for up to three years for Red Seal trades. Applicants must also hold a valid passport and proof of $15,000 CAD in settlement funds for the principal applicant.
What education and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada in 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada requires completion of a 3-year apprenticeship program or equivalent 5,400 hours of on-the-job training plus technical training for Red Seal endorsement. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED and must pass the Red Seal exam with a minimum 70 percent score.
What documents are required when applying for welder positions through the Canadian government portal in 2026?
Applicants must submit a Red Seal certificate, valid trade qualification from a recognized provincial authority, and a Canadian resume formatted to the National Occupational Classification code 72106 via the Job Bank portal by December 2026. Additional documents include a valid driver's license and proof of Canadian work eligibility.
