Fabrication welder

Ottawa, Canada
Fabrication welder
Company
OEH inc.
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job type
Full-time
Salary
$25–$30 an hour
Posted
20 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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 hour

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Canada

Q
What is the hourly wage range for welder jobs in Canada in 2026?
Welders (NOC 72106) earn $25.00 per hour at the low end, $36.50 median, and $50.00 high nationally in 2026, equating to $52,000 to $104,000 annually for 2,080 hours. Entry-level positions in manufacturing start at $25.00 per hour after apprenticeship completion.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) - Job Bank
Q
Do international applicants need a work permit for welder jobs in Canada, and what is the cost?
International welders require a Temporary Foreign Worker Program work permit, often needing a positive LMIA unless exempt under International Mobility Program. The application fee is CAD $155 per person, with processing times of 10-14 weeks online in 2026. Welders qualify under NOC 72106 TEER 2 for Express Entry if eligible.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Q
What education and experience do I need to qualify as a welder in Canada?
A high school diploma is required, followed by a 7,200-hour apprenticeship program typically lasting 4 years including 8 weeks pre-employment training. At least 1,500 hours of on-the-job experience is needed for Red Seal exam eligibility. Journeyperson certification requires passing the interprovincial exam.
Source: Red Seal Program
Q
What documents are required to apply for welder jobs through government channels in Canada?
Submit a resume, proof of Red Seal certification, CWB welding tickets, WHMIS 2015 certificate, and 3 references with work history. For federal jobs, apply via GC Jobs with SIN and valid ID. Apprentices need training agreement from provincial authority.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) - Job Bank