Welder/fabricator

As a Welder, you are responsible for ensuring boats are welded in a safe and efficient manner to meet production deadlines. Welders will utilize fabrication skills and techniques to build the boats to specification. Welders will work closely with the production team for the delivery in achieving optimum throughput while maintaining quality and superior workmanship systems and standards.

What will you do?

• MIG/TIG production line welding and hull construction;
• Fabrication includes fitting of pre-formed parts;
• Preparation of components for welding and maintenance;
• Sub-assembly of parts;
• Ensure work area in kept clean and organized to reduce or remove hazards;
• Follow all applicable KingFisher Boats and WorkSafeBC Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

What do you need to succeed?

• Proficient in MIG (Push-Pull) welding;
• Experience in TIG welding is considered an asset;
• Previous experience in welding and fabrication of aluminum products;
• Ability to safely operate saws, grinders, drills, and other power tools;
• High attention to detail is required in order to achieve quality standards;
• Ability to read blue prints and understand work orders.

At KingFisher, we recognize and embrace the importance of values in our ever-changing workplace. To be successful, all applicants must demonstrate behaviours that are reflective of our values:

• Understanding and ability to maintain a safe work environment;
• Ability to work independently or with others to achieve a common goal;
• Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter – follow direction with minimal supervision;
• Willing and open to learn each day;
• Show pride in work on a daily basis;
• Effective communication skills;
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Year-round, full-time permanent work;
• Indoor working conditions;
• Working alongside a great team of talented individuals;
• Building a world-class product;
• Opportunity for advancement;
• Family owned company;
• Fun work events (Christmas Party, Golf Tournaments, BBQ, Vipers Games, Bowling, etc.);
• Competitive Salary;

1. Starting wage for no previous welding experience: $25.50 per hour.
2. Wage range for experienced welder: $27.50 - $39.50.
3. Wage reviews are conducted after successful completion of the probationary period and bi-annually (February and August).
4. Afternoon Shift Premiums.

• Extended Benefits Coverage,
• Employee Assistant Programs;
• Profit Sharing;
• Retirement Saving Plans;
• Employee Purchase Plans;
• Education and Apprenticeship Opportunities;
• Boating Experiences.

Working Conditions

• Regular periods during which there is continuous physical effort is required, e.g., walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward;
• Exposure to factors such as temperature variations, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, toxic materials which may cause periods of discomfort, high noise levels;
• Frequent need to give concentrated attention, either hearing or seeing to work being performed;
• Noticeable pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands exists.

Schedule/Shifts - candidates must be available for either shift

• Day Shift - Monday to Friday – 4:45 am to 1:15 pm
• Afternoon Shift - Monday to Thursday – 1:00 pm to 11:30 pm