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Welder TIG & MIG
@ Wesgar Inc.
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
Overview
Wesgar Inc. is hiring a full-time TIG and MIG welder for its production team in Port Coquitlam or Pitt Meadows, BC, on a morning or afternoon shift. The role fabricates precision metal components from drawings and specifications, with overtime as needed. Pay is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, based on skill and welding test performance.
Pay:
$25–$30 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Read blueprints, drawings and work instructions
- Perform TIG and MIG welding on aluminum, stainless steel and steel
- Inspect welds against quality standards
- Set up and operate welding equipment safely
- Fit, braze, torch-straighten and prepare metal parts
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 2 years of welding experience in metal fabrication
- Hands-on TIG and MIG welding experience
- Good mechanical blueprint reading skills
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- High school education or equivalent
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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Wesgar Inc.
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Full company description
Wesgar is the fastest growing custom precision sheet metal fabricator and the largest producer of high-mix, low-volume products in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. A specialist in identifying and solving the unique challenges and complex needs of each customer, Wesgar crafts tailored solutions, such as managing spikes and variable demand, reducing cycle times, managing compound quality and technical requirements, lowering costs, and mitigating supply chain disruptions—allowing our customers to meet and deliver to their customers’ exacting standards. Our world-class, 100,000 square feet plant, located on Wesgar’s four-acre campus, boasts $30 million in state-of-the-art sheet metal and copper fabrication equipment. Wesgar's unrivaled range of services, intended to eliminate obstacles to success, include design for manufacturability, prototype production, fabrication, finishing, assembly, machining, stringent quality inspection and documentation, inventory and stocking programs, and logistical services. Wesgar’s one-stop shop satisfies the industry’s high demands. Our more than 200 fabrication experts, engineers, metal technologists, and quality control professionals work around the clock as a cohesive team to precisely oversee the dependable delivery of thousands of precision items manufactured in light gauge steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper. Energy storage and backup power systems, power distribution, OEMs, commercial electronics, telecommunications, medical, industrial and automation, clean and renewable energy, security, recreation, and other industries are among those we serve. Wesgar values long-term customer relationships and is proud to count EnerSys, Rockwell Automation, Ballard Power, Kodak, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Honeywell as customers who rely on us to deliver unrivaled responsiveness, responsiveness, collaborative engineering, innovative and accurate precision fabrication, and a flexible approach.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,091
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 120
- Reported office locations
- 1638 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5W9, CA
- 7456 Mac Ln NW, Seabeck, Washington 98380, US
- Business categories
- Electronics
- Clean Energy
- Logistics
- Energy Storage
- Industrial
- Supply Chain Management
- Electrical Distribution
- Industrial Automation
- Battery
- Manufacturing
- Customer Service
- Other recorded names
- Wesgar Inc.
- Specialties
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for commercial electronics
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for OEM (original equipment manufacturer)
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for utilities
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for telecommunications
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for industrial applications and automation
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for clean and renewal energy
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for agriculture
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for military and defence
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for security equipment
- Precision sheet metal fabrication for marine equipment
- Custom sheet metal and copper components
- Sheet metal component fabrication and logistics
- Specialists in high-mix
- low-volume custom sheet metal fabrication
- and Custom sheet metal fabrication
- machining
- and copper bus bars
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Wesgar is the fastest growing custom precision sheet metal fabricator and the largest producer of high-mix, low-volume products in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. A specialist in identifying and solving the unique challenges and complex needs of each customer, Wesgar crafts tailored solutions, such as managing spikes and variable demand, reducing cycle times, managing compound quality and technical…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Fabricated Metal Products |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Port Coquitlam, BC |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1965 |
| Specialties | Precision sheet metal fabrication for commercial electronicsPrecision sheet metal fabrication for OEM (original equipment manufacturer)Precision sheet metal fabrication for utilitiesPrecision sheet metal fabrication for telecommunicationsPrecision sheet metal fabrication for industrial applications and automationPrecision sheet metal fabrication for clean and renewal energyPrecision sheet metal fabrication for agriculturePrecision sheet metal fabrication for military and defencePrecision sheet metal fabrication for security equipmentPrecision sheet metal fabrication for marine equipment |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 11 |
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About Wesgar
Wesgar is a leader in the custom sheet metal fabrication industry, specializing in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing for a wide range of global sectors. Based in Port Coquitlam and Pitt Meadows, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture built on empathy, professional development, and operational excellence. We are committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and high-energy environment where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.
Position Summary
We are looking for experienced Welders to join our production team on the morning or afternoon shift.
This role is responsible for welding and fabricating precision metal components according to drawings, specifications, and quality standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with TIG and MIG welding, strong blueprint reading skills, and at least 2 years of experience in the metal fabrication industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Perform precision welding using TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) processes.
- Weld aluminum, stainless steel, and steel components.
- Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
- Set up and operate welding equipment safely and correctly.
- Fit, braze, torch-straighten, and prepare metal parts as required.
- Handle incoming and outgoing parts carefully to prevent damage or injury.
- Identify welding equipment issues and perform minor maintenance or report concerns as required.
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum 2 years of welding experience in the metal fabrication industry.
- Hands-on experience with TIG and MIG welding.
- Experience welding aluminum, stainless steel, and steel is preferred.
- Good mechanical blueprint reading skills.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
- Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability.
- High school education or equivalent.
- Must have and use required PPE.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Preferred Attributes
- Previous experience in precision sheet metal or custom fabrication.
- Experience with arc and gas welding equipment.
- Familiarity with automated or semi-automated welding equipment.
- First Aid certification is considered an asset.
- Experience performing minor maintenance on welding, brazing, or soldering equipment.
Schedule & Pay Details
- Morning Shift: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Location: Pitt Meadows, BC | Port Coquitlam, BC
- Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour, based on skill level, experience, and welding test performance
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Overtime: May be required as needed
- Work Location: In person
Please note that public transit availability may be limited after 7:00 PM in some work locations. Access to a personal vehicle is considered an asset.
Why Join Us?
Equal Opportunity: Wesgar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits: Eligible employees have access to extended health care, dental care, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and company events.
Real-World Impact: Work on a wide variety of precision metal components and custom fabrication projects while applying your welding skills in a high-mix manufacturing environment.
Wesgar Inc. is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable human rights legislation. If you require accommodation, please let us know.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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