Fabrication welder

Fabrication welder

Ottawa, Canada

Company
OEH
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$52K–$62.4K a month
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
• *Job Summary**

We are seeking a skilled Full-time, Permanent Fabrication Welder to join our team in Ottawa. The candidate will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and welding components for industrial and manufacturing applications. This role involves interpreting welding instructions, operating manual and semi-automatic welding equipment, and working with a variety of metals including aluminium alloys, steel, iron, and heavy metals. The Fabrication Welder will use presses, shears, metal forming machines, and lifting devices to complete custom manufacturing tasks and repairs of machinery and equipment. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to teamwork.
• *Responsibilities
• Responsibilities
• Tasks
• Interpreting welding instructions
• Use of welding equipment
• Use manual or semi-automatic flame arresters
• Operate presses, shears and other metal forming machines and metal straightening and
• bending machine
• Use oxyarc cutting devices, AOC process
• Use lifting devices
• *Materials & Techniques
• Materials: Aluminium alloys, non-ferrous materials, steel, iron, heavy metals
• Techniques: Shielded arc welding, gas metal arc welding with solid wire
• Equipment: Arc welding machine, welding machine

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per year
Benefits
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Experience
• welding: 5 years (preferred)

Language
• english (required)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada

Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in Canada in 2026?
The median hourly wage for welders (NOC 72106) in Canada is $31.25 as of January 2026, with low wages at $22.00 per hour and high wages at $40.50 per hour. Full-time annual earnings average $65,000 based on 40 hours per week. These figures reflect national data across all provinces.
Q What work permit do international welders need to work in Canada?
International welders require an employer-specific work permit supported by a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) costing $1,000, or qualify via Global Talent Stream with 10-day processing. Fees include $155 for the work permit application and $85 biometrics. Welders (TEER 2) may use Express Entry Federal Skilled Trades with 2 years full-time experience.
Q What education and experience qualify me for welder jobs in Canada?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required to start a welder apprenticeship, which totals 6,720 hours including 6,000 on-the-job and 720 classroom hours over 4 years. At least 1-2 years experience is needed for journeyperson status via provincial exam. Red Seal certification confirms national standards.
Q What documents do I need to apply for welder jobs in Canada?
Submit a resume listing welding tickets, CWB certifications, apprenticeship hours, and safety training like WHMIS 2015 and confined space entry. Include proof of Red Seal or provincial journeyperson certificate and 3 references. For immigrants, add work permit and language test results like IELTS CLB 5.
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