Company
UFP Canada Inc.
Location
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle, Quebec
Job type
Full-time
Salary
$25–$35 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Jobillico
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Job description
- Perform the various welding tasks required to repair equipment.
- Fabricate equipment and mechanical components based on drawings, diagrams, or verbal instructions.
- Take precise measurements to meet tolerance requirements.
- Perform various machining tasks.
- Weld and braze materials required for individual projects.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Weld components using welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
- Repair broken or cracked parts.
- Assemble manufactured parts into complete equipment: operate and test the equipment to ensure it functions properly.
- Perform conventional alignment on machinery.
- Complete reports.
- Keep the work environment clean and safe.
- Demonstrate initiative
- Perform all other related tasks as requested by the supervisor.
Benefits:
Life insurance (after 3 months)
Company events
Employee assistance programs
Health, medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 3 months)
RRSP (after 1 year)
Long-term disability insurance (after 3 months)
Employment Type: Full-Time
- Fabricate equipment and mechanical components based on drawings, diagrams, or verbal instructions.
- Take precise measurements to meet tolerance requirements.
- Perform various machining tasks.
- Weld and braze materials required for individual projects.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Weld components using welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
- Repair broken or cracked parts.
- Assemble manufactured parts into complete equipment: operate and test the equipment to ensure it functions properly.
- Perform conventional alignment on machinery.
- Complete reports.
- Keep the work environment clean and safe.
- Demonstrate initiative
- Perform all other related tasks as requested by the supervisor.
Benefits:
Life insurance (after 3 months)
Company events
Employee assistance programs
Health, medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 3 months)
RRSP (after 1 year)
Long-term disability insurance (after 3 months)
Employment Type: Full-Time
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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