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Welder-Fitter

@ Davie

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Lévis, QC · Princeville, QC · Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC · Drummondville, QC · Longueuil, QC +6

$34.64–$38.49/hrFull-time
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Overview

Davie, Canada's largest shipyard, is hiring a full-time Welder-Fitter to perform arc welding, layout, cutting, forming and assembly of metal parts to drawings. The role runs on rotating shifts (day, evening, weekend) at $34.64/hour for the first 1,000 hours, then $38.49/hour, with overtime at double time and a relocation allowance offered.

Pay:

$34.64–$38.49 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Soudage à l'arc électrique de pièces métalliques
  • Traçage, coupe et formage de pièces selon les plans
  • Montage, ajustement et redressage des composants
  • Mise en place et entretien de l'équipement
  • Essais d'étanchéité et contrôle de la qualité

Requirements summary:

  • DEP en soudage et montage OU expérience en soudage
  • Certification CWB FCAW (atout)
  • Maîtrise du français requise
  • Réussite du processus d'enquête de sécurité fédéral
  • Résidence continue au Canada d'au moins 5 ans

Tools & skills

profiling machinewelding equipment

Benefits mentioned

DentalVisionRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time offHealth spending account
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-07-12
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40
Scheduleday, evening, overtime, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish, French
Licences & certificationsDEP in Welding and Fitting, CWB FCAW
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyWelding, Fitting
Security clearanceOther clearance
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Wellness, Transit support, Home office allowance

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Job description

As a Welder–Fitter, you will perform electric arc welding, layout, cutting, forming, and assembly of metal parts according to drawings and specifications. You will set up and maintain equipment, and replace electrode wires as needed. You will carry out leak tests, apply joints, and work with patterns and jigs. You will operate profiling machines and handle the fitting, alignment, and straightening of metal components, while meeting all quality standards.

Compensation:

  • $34.64/hour for the first 1,000 hours, then a rate of $38.49/hour.
  • Overtime paid at double time.

Work Schedule

  • Day: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day
  • Evening: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day + $2.00/hour premium
  • Weekend: 3-day workweek, 12 hours per day + $2.50/hour premium
  • Frigate premium (military vessel): $1.25/hour regardless of shift.

You must be available for all shifts. While we consider your schedule preferences (day, evening, weekend) when creating schedules, they cannot be guaranteed.

Benefits :

  • Comprehensive insurance: health, disability, dental, vision, health spending account
  • Company events
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine
  • Paid time off (2 floating days + 2 days for family obligations)
  • Paid holidays during site closure
  • Retirement plan
  • Positive work environment supported by the employer
  • Free on-site parking

At Davie, we know that moving is a big change. To welcome you to the region, we offer a relocation allowance for unionized production and maintenance employees: up to $2,500 for a single person or couple, and $4,000 for a family. Full details will be discussed during the hiring process. We want your arrival to be simple and worthy of this new beginning.

Requirements :

To maintain the quality of our operations, you must have one of the following qualifications:

  • DEP in Welding and Fitting OR
  • Experience in welding;
  • CWB FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding) certification is an asset;

  • Proficiency in French is required for this position;

  • Successful completion of the security clearance process required under the Federal Government Contract Security Program (minimum 5 years of continuous residence in Canada with no interruption longer than 6 consecutive months).

Davie looks forward to meeting you.

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!

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