Welder/Fitter

Position summary

The Welder/Fitter fits, fabricates and welds metal components and assemblies to technical drawings, specifications and quality standards, with a focus on chrome carbide overlay wear parts. The role supports shop production, coaches fellow welders, and makes sure all work meets Soluroc's safety, quality and productivity expectations.

Key responsibilities

Fabrication & welding

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, dimensions, tolerances and work instructions
• Prepare materials and select the required tools, fixtures, consumables and equipment
• Measure, mark, cut, fit, tack, align and assemble components accurately for welding
• Perform MIG, TIG and/or Stick welding as required
• Perform pipe fitting and welding on custom-fabricated assemblies
• Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, torches, drills and saws
• Assist in layout and measurement of materials
• Perform grinding, cleaning, slag removal, deburring and finishing
• Inspect welds and verify fit-up, alignment, dimensions and weld size for structural integrity and quality compliance

Chrome carbide overlay

• Perform self-shielded flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-S) on chrome carbide overlay wear plates and custom parts
• Work with specialized alloy and hardfacing consumables to approved welding procedures and manufacturer requirements
• Adjust welding parameters and technique to suit base metal (mild, hardened/tempered or stainless steel), thickness, joint design and position
• Fit, cut, form and weld carbide overlay plate into finished, ready-to-install components
• Identify and report overlay and weld defects, dimensional issues, material concerns and equipment problems

Shop operations

• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Operate the overhead crane as required
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance concerns
• Follow production priorities and communicate obstacles promptly
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to meet production targets
• Support and coach fellow welders by sharing technical knowledge, good work practices and practical solutions
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity
• Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor or manager

Health & safety

• Follow all Soluroc safety policies and shop procedures
• Wear required PPE at all times
• Participate in safety meetings and training
• Report hazards, near misses and unsafe conditions immediately

Qualifications & experience

Required

• 2+ years of hands-on fabrication, fitting and welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated experience with chrome carbide overlay, hardfacing or wear-resistant welding
• Demonstrated experience with self-shielded flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-S)
• Proficiency in MIG welding
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding symbols
• Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, squares, levels and calipers
• Ability to recognize common welding and fabrication defects and take corrective action
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to approved welding procedures and quality standards
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines, and to work as part of a team