Metal Fabricator​/Welder

Overview

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Fabricator/Welder will be a key member of the manufacturing team ponsible for working safely, the Fabricator/Welder will fabricate metal structures and equipment using: sheet, plate, structural shapes, shafting, gearing, sprockets, chain, drive motors and belting. They will operate powered machinery including: rolls, shears, brakes, punch press, iron worker, cut‑off saw, pipe threader, coping machine, pipe & tube bender.

Lunenburg, NS

March 31, 2026

• Ensuring efficiency in completing their work while meeting targeted hours for each task.
• Reading shop and installation drawings while completing shop testing for manufactured equipment, diagnosing faulty operation, and undertaking corrective repair.
• Working with on aluminum and stainless steel, using both MIG and TIG equipment.
• Responsible for in-field erection, adjustment, testing and repairs of manufactured equipment.
• Conducting cutting, burning and welding which will include the use of oxy‑acetylene & plasma equipment, manual & semi‑automatic welding equipment. Following company rules, policies and procedures.
• Following required standards and tests established by the Canadian Welding Bureau – Code W47.1,W47.2 the NS Department of Labour and other standards as required by agencies such as Lloyds, ABS etc. and sanitary requirements of the food processing industry.
• Remaining up-to-date regarding developments and techniques applicable to the trade.
• Promoting culture of quality, continual improvement and innovation.

• 1 – 2 years experience in stainless steel or aluminum fabrication.
• Welding diploma preferred.
• CWB certification preferred.
• Ability to read and communicate in English.
• Safety conscientious.
• Ability to complete basic math calculations.
• Flexibility to work overtime which may be early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Hold a valid drivers’ license.
• Available for occasional travel.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

• On‑site.
• Monday – Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm.
• Early morning, evenings and weekends as required.
• Majority of time in fabrication shop setting.
• Exposure to loud noise, dust, moving & vibrating machinery, heavy equipment, confined spaces, electricity and heights.
• Collaborating with various departments.
• Training/mentorship provided.

$22.00-$34.39/hour

• Paid vacation.
• Overtime available at time and a half.
• Banked time program.
• Company Profit Sharing.
• Matching Pension Program.
• Comprehensive Extended, Health & Dental Benefits.
• 1 additional ‘flex' day each year.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Virtual Care.
• Training & education opportunities.
• Employee social events.
• Long term service awards.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Employee materials purchase program.
• Boot allowance.
• Tool allowance.
• Risk pay/height pay.
• Road pay.

ABCO is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for your interest however only candidates under consideration will be contacted.