Welder, Journeyperson

Are you a Journeyperson Welder who takes pride in quality craftsmanship and safe work practices? Join SMS Equipment in Timmins, ON, where you'll play an important role in repairing, fabricating, and rebuilding heavy equipment that supports critical operations across the industry.

In this role, you'll work with Komatsu and other industrial equipment in a dynamic shop environment, applying your technical expertise to deliver reliable, high-quality repairs. We're looking for someone who is safety-focused, self-motivated, and committed to excellence in every aspect of their work.

Base Wage: $55.84 hour. Additional premiums apply
Location: Timmins, ON
Schedule: 14x14 rotation

* Travel allowance and accommodations provided

What You’ll Do

• Repair, fabricate, and assemble Komatsu and other heavy-duty industrial equipment.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, layouts, and work orders accurately.
• Customize mobile equipment and components to meet customer specifications.
• Perform failure analysis and support the development of welding repair solutions in collaboration with the Service Manager.
• Complete structural and component welding repairs to established quality standards.
• Provide welding support primarily in the shop environment, with occasional field service work.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area while following company and site safety requirements.

What You Bring

You bring Journeyperson Welder certification and experience supporting the maintenance and repair of mining equipment, along with a strong commitment to safe, quality work in an industrial environment.

• Strong ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment failures and supporting repair solutions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality results.

This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks. 

Pre-Employment Requirements

Ability to meet customer site access requirements, including:

• Pre-employment medical examination
• Drug & alcohol check
• 5-year commercial drivers abstract
• Ticket Verification

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include: competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.