Welder-machinist
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for plumbers in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the median wage for plumbers is CAD 32.50 per hour as of January 2026, with provincial minimums starting at CAD 17.20 in Nova Scotia and reaching CAD 25.00 in British Columbia for certified roles. Apprentices receive CAD 15.00 per hour during the first year of training, with overtime at 1.5 times after 44 hours weekly in Ontario.
What Red Seal certification and experience are required to work as a plumber in Canada in 2026?
The Government of Canada requires completion of a 4-5 year apprenticeship program plus 9000 hours of on-the-job training for Red Seal endorsement, which is mandatory in all provinces for journeyperson status as of 2026. Applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent and must pass the Red Seal exam with a minimum 70% score.
How many hours per week can plumbers work and what paid leave applies in Canada for 2026?
Government of Canada standards set standard hours at 40 per week for plumbers, with statutory holiday pay at 4% of earnings and vacation entitlement of 2 weeks after one year increasing to 3 weeks after five years. Full-time roles include 10 paid sick days annually under federal rules effective 2026.
What tax deductions apply to plumber income in Canada for the 2026 tax year?
The Government of Canada requires plumbers to pay federal income tax at 15% on the first CAD 55,867 earned in 2026 plus provincial taxes averaging 10-15%, with mandatory CPP contributions of 5.95% up to CAD 68,500 and EI premiums of 1.63% up to CAD 63,200. Tool and uniform expenses up to CAD 1,000 can be claimed as deductions.
