fabrication welder
Company
Eastman Manufacturing, Inc.
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Job Bank
Job Description
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Manufacture. 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. Computer-aided design (CAD). Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines. Determine weldability of materials. Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products. Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment. Grind and buff seams, joints and rough surfaces. Cut materials using power tools or by hand. Type of materials: Aluminum alloys. Stainless steel. Steel, iron and heavy metals. Welding techniques: 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). Brazing and soldering. ARC spot. Equipment and machinery experience: Arc welding machine. Brazing machine. Butt or seam resistance welding machine. Gas welding machine. Soldering machine. Spot welding machine. Area of specialization: Custom fabrication. Structural construction. Custom fabrication and layout. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Standing for extended periods. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Team player. Punctuality. Hardworking. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
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What is the minimum hourly wage for entry-level plumbers in Canada as of January 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage is CAD 17.30 per hour effective January 1 2026 for plumbers in federally regulated workplaces. Provincial rates apply elsewhere with Ontario at CAD 17.20 per hour and Alberta at CAD 15.00 per hour for the same role. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 8 hours daily or 40 hours weekly.
What work permit is required for international plumbers to work in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international plumbers need a Labour Market Impact Assessment-supported work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program valid for up to 2 years in 2026. The permit requires a job offer from a Canadian employer and costs CAD 155 for processing.
What certification is needed to qualify as a plumber in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, plumbers require a Red Seal endorsement or provincial apprenticeship certificate with 4 years of experience and 7200 hours of on-the-job training completed by 2026. A high school diploma plus completion of a 2-year college program is mandatory for eligibility.
What documents are required to apply for plumber jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must submit a valid Red Seal certificate, proof of apprenticeship hours, Canadian resume, and SIN number when applying for plumber positions in 2026. Additional documents include trade school transcripts and a valid driver's license for site work.
