Welder

Matrix HR is hiring **Welders** for a long-term project in Halifax, NS. Our client has been building quality vessels for over 50 years and has been at the forefront of Canadian shipbuilding for over 130 years.

This position offers **competitive compensation, LOA, travel support, overtime, and wage parity**, all within a safe, structured indoor environment. Join a team where your work will have a direct impact on the future of Canadian marine innovation.

**\*\*Referral Bonus Offered! \*\*-** We are pleased to offer a referral bonus of $200 for each individual referred to Matrix HR who is successfully hired for this project. To be eligible for the referral payment, the referred candidate must complete a minimum of one week of work on our payroll.

**Why Work With Us:**

* Competitive pay: $47/hour (Get paid weekly!)
* $3/hr night or backshift premium
* $175/day Living Out Allowance (LOA is tax-free)
* $220/week travel allowance (tax-free)
* $600 relocation bonus (out-of-province applicants)
* Full-time, long-term opportunity
* Monday to Friday schedule (8-hour shifts)
* Overtime Available
* Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
* RRSP Matching
* Tool Allowances
* Steady work in a clean, regulated facility
* Be part of Canada’s leading shipbuilding team with over 130 years of excellence

**Job Details:**

* Work Schedule: Monday - Friday.
* Shift: 8-Hours/day.
* Nights and backshift premium: $3.
* Additional overtime offered.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
* Work in a construction, maintenance/repair, new fabrication environment.
* Perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in all positions.
* Perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in all positions.
* Select the proper weld filler material.
* Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment.
* Operate air arc cutting equipment (carbon arc cutting).
* Set up Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment for welding.
* Lift, move, or position equipment at work sites.
* Work in a shipbuilding and repair, steel industry environment.

**Physical effort and work conditions:**

* Candidates will be required to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms.
* Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb.
* Work in confined spaces, inclement weather.
* Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate.
* Work may be performed indoors and outdoors.
* You will frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds.
* Occasionally, you may be required to lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds.

**Qualifications:**

* Education Required: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or Registered Apprentice Certification
* Welder Trade Certification (4 Positions SMAW \[current ticket\], 4 Positions FCAW \[current ticket\])
* Full trade flexibility is required.
* You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job.
* A pre-employment Government Security Clearance/Background and Credit check will need to be completed.
* Full PPE + Fit Tested Respirator Mask.

**Requirements:**

* Journeyperson Ticket or Registered Apprenticeship
* Confined Space
* Fall Protection
* WHMIS
* Must be able to commute to work daily

_\*All successful applicants must meet the requirements for Canadian Government Security clearance.\*_

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
* Work in a construction, maintenance/repair, new fabrication environment.
* Perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in all positions.
* Perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in all positions.
* Select the proper weld filler material.
* Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment.
* Operate air arc cutting equipment (carbon arc cutting).
* Set up Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment for welding.
* Lift, move, or position equipment at work sites.
* Work in a shipbuilding and repair, steel industry environment.

**Qualifications:**

* Education Required: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or Registered Apprentice Certification
* Welder Trade Certification (4 Positions SMAW \[current ticket\], 4 Positions FCAW \[current ticket\])
* Full trade flexibility is required.
* You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job.
* A pre-employment Government Security Clearance/Background and Credit check will need to be completed.
* Full PPE + Fit Tested Respirator Mask.

**Requirements:**

* Journeyperson Ticket or Registered Apprenticeship
* Confined Space
* Fall Protection
* WHMIS
* Must be able to commute to work daily

**Why Work With Us:**

* Competitive pay: $47/hour (Get paid weekly!)
* $3/hr night or backshift premium
* $175/day Living Out Allowance (LOA is tax-free)
* $220/week travel allowance (tax-free)
* $600 relocation bonus (out-of-province applicants)
* Full-time, long-term opportunity
* Monday to Friday schedule (8-hour shifts)
* Overtime Available
* Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
* RRSP Matching
* Tool Allowances
* Steady work in a clean, regulated facility
* Be part of Canada’s leading shipbuilding team with over 130 years of excellence