Walters Inc. Hiring for Fitter at Stoney Creek, ON Full Time

Profit Sharing and Group Retirement Savings Plan

Certified as Great Place to Work Canada 2019, 2020 and 2021

Named as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Employee Family Scholarship program

Generous Premium hourly rates for shift work positions

Flexible health benefits that work for you and your family

Great culture, Family-orientated and community involvement initiatives

Safety orientation & rewards program

Bi-weekly lunch program

The Metal Fabricator (Fitter) is responsible for fabricating, assembling and fitting structural steel while maintaining quality and accuracy in accordance with the drawings provided and Walters Fitting handbook.

Main responsibilities will include:
Fabricating, Assembling and Fitting Structural Steel

Rig, hoist and move materials to and from workstation. Performs crane checks daily prior to use to ensure the crane is in working condition, if applicable.

Lay out reference points and symbols on the structural steel according to the blueprint.

Assemble and fit metal sections and plates using tack welding, bolting or other methods.

Set up and operate various equipment such as torches, drills, various clamping tools, squares, disc grinders and other hand held tools.

Ensure safe work practices are adhered to and appropriate PPE is worn at all times.

Mentors apprentices and junior fitters by sharing knowledge and safe work practices.

Desired Skills and Experience

Required

Completion of Secondary School

Desired

Completion of three year apprenticeship program in Metal Fabrication

Experience

3 years’ experience in a manufacturing plant working with structural steel

Skills, Knowledge and Competency Requirements

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Ability to read a tape measure in both metric and imperial

Ability to Operate Overhead Cranes

Ability to Weld

Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures

A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other associates within a collegial, yet demanding, work environment

Organization Skills and the ability to be flexible in managing changing priorities

Communication Skills – Both Written and Oral

Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Analytical and Problem Solving skills

Working Conditions

Standing

Hand-eye co-ordination

Manual dexterity

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. #IND1