Welding/Fitting Technician

Welding/Fitting Technician

Wilcox is looking for energetic, hardworking individuals to join our Welding Team. Full time day in our truck body division.

Welding/Fitting Technician responsibilities include:

·        Fitting and welding of Aluminum and Steel truck Bodies and components

·        Use of power tools to drill, grind, mark and layout components

·        Use of cutting torches and plasma cutting tools

·        Operation of band saw and shear equipment

·        Review build components and ensure conformity to drawing specifications

·        Maintaining tools and equipment through preventative maintenance activities.

·        Recommending and implementing value added changes to processes.

·        Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

·        Performing other essential and related peripheral duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements:

·        Minimum 2 – 5 years proven experience

·        CWB Certification in both Aluminum and Steel

·        CWB Valid welding tickets and asset

·        Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings

·        Proficient in the use of measuring tools (tape measure, square etc.)

·        Strong mechanical aptitude.

·        Must pass physical welding test (Aluminum, Steel)

·        Proficient in the use of saws, shears, oxy-acetylene torch and various other shop/hand tools.

·        Understanding and familiar with the use of jigs and fixtures

·        Lift truck and Jib Crane experience and asset.

·        Have basic tools (Wrenches, hammers, sockets etc.)

·        Demonstrated good organizational and interpersonal skills.

·        Good communication skills with regards to verbal and written.

·        Able to lift and move 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

·        Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)

·        Deftness and attention to detail

·        Proficient in English

 

Benefit package includes:

·        Health

·        Dental

·        Prescription drugs

·        Long term disability

·        paid vacation days

·        Clothes allowance

·        Safety shoe allowance

·        In house CWB testing for welding ticket

Opportunities:

·        Overtime

·        Continuous education/Training

·        Job growth

 

Job Type: Full-time

Pay rate Pending experience.