welder, arc

welder, arc

Mississauga, Canada

Company
Atlas Ironworks Inc.
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Job Bank

Job Description
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Outdoors. At heights. Hot. Noisy. Odours. Work setting: Various locations. Civil (road and bridge construction, etc.). Commercial. Industrial. Manufacture. Residential. Tasks: Interpret welding process specifications. Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment. Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes. Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications. Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment. Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines. Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC). Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products. Start up, shut down, adjust and monitor robotic welding production line. Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment. Type of materials: Stainless steel. Steel, iron and heavy metals. Welding techniques: Oxy-acetylene welding (OAW). Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG). Gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Flux core arc welding (FCAW). Plasma arc welding (PAW). Submerged arc welding (SAW). Area of specialization: Custom fabrication. Transportation/travel information: Willing to travel regularly. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Standing for extended periods. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Organized. Team player. Punctuality. Hardworking. Resourcefulness. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Weekend. Overtime available. Financial benefits: Bonus. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site amenities. Team building opportunities. Transportation provided by employer. Support for persons with disabilities: Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities . Support for newcomers and refugees: Does not require Canadian work experience. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth. Support for mature workers: Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination . Supports for visible minorities: Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.).
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for welder jobs in Canada in 2026?
According to the Government of Canada's Job Bank, welders (NOC 72106) earn $23.00 per hour at entry-level, $35.00 median, and up to $47.00 per hour for experienced workers nationally in 2026. Annual median salary is $72,800 based on 40 hours per week. Alberta and Saskatchewan offer highest medians at $39.50 per hour.
Q What work permit options exist for foreign welders applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
Foreign welders qualify for Express Entry Federal Skilled Trades under NOC 72106 (TEER 2), needing 24 months full-time experience in last 5 years and CLB 5 in English/French. Employers can apply for LMIA-exempt Global Talent Stream work permits processing in 2 weeks for skilled trades. Provincial Nominee Programs in BC and Alberta target welders with job offers.
Q What education and experience are required for welder positions in Canada?
Secondary school diploma is required, followed by a 3-year apprenticeship with 5,400 hours of on-the-job training and 360 hours classroom instruction. At least 1 year experience or trade qualification is needed for journeyperson status. Pre-employment welding tests are common in manufacturing.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeships in Canada?
Submit high school diploma, valid driver's license, WHMIS safety certificate, resume, and proof of CWB welding tickets if held. For sponsored applications, include passport, police certificate, and medical exam results. Apprentices register with provincial bodies like SkilledTradesBC within 30 days of starting.
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