CWB Certified Aluminum MIG Welder
Company
MSU Mississauga Ltd.
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$34–$40 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
THE COMPANY
MSU Mississauga Ltd. (“ MSU”) is Canada’s leader in the design and manufacture of access products for the water and wastewater industry. MSU’s primary product offering includes access hatches, ladders, safety landings, railings and climbing rungs. MSU was founded in 1977 and has operated for the past 49 years out of its manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, ON.
For more information, please visit www.msuaccess.com.
THE POSITION
Reporting to the Welding Supervisor, the Welder Fitter fabricates custom aluminum and stainless-steel access products from engineered drawings. The Welder Fitter is responsible for fitting, tacking, welding and assembly of products to quality standards.
MSU is Canadian Welding Bureau certified to CSA Standards W47.1 and W47.2. The Welder Fitter is required to pass in house CWB tests for the following certifications:
Tickets for welding stainless steel to CSA W47.1:
• FCAW – Flat/Horizontal (Class S) and Flat/Horizontal (Class FW)
• GTAW – Flat/Horizontal/Vertical Up/Vertical Down
Tickets for welding aluminum to CSA W47.2:
• GMAW – Vertical Down and Flat/Horizontal
• GTAW – Flat/Vertical Up
Most of the material being welded is 1/4” or 3/8” thick grade 6061-T6 aluminum.
We do not weld carbon steel at this facility.
Work Environment
• Excellent team culture and learning environment.
• Progressive management focused on collaboration and empowerment.
• Great location in Mississauga where MSU has been located for 46 years.
• 16,000 square foot modern office and air-conditioned production facility.
• Operating hours are Mon-Fri from 7am-3pm with two 15 min paid breaks.
Responsibilities
• Interpret drawings, work-orders, and bill of materials to determine material requirements, product layout and dimensional criteria for goods being produced.
• Follow welding and assembly procedures to efficiently make quality products and parts.
• Accurately fit, layout, tack and weld finished goods to within a 3mm tolerance.
• Pick parts, hardware, gaskets, and sub-assemblies as indicated on the work-order.
• Use shear, mill, drill press, iron worker, saws and production equipment as required.
• Daily reporting of material usage on work-orders.
• Daily reporting on labor tickets of the amount of time spent on each project.
• Fill out quality control checklists and correct any issues upon inspection by the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized weld-bay and working environment.
• Appropriate maintenance and upkeep of job-related equipment.
• Work in a safe manner that complies with company health and safety stands and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• All other duties that serve the company and the customer (i.e., sweep, clean, cut, grind etc.).
Required
• 5 Years’ experience with MIG welding Aluminum.
• Familiar with CWB environment, previously certified under CSA W47.1 and/or W47.2.
• CWB certifications in GMAW, GTAW and/or FCAW processes.
• Strong blueprint reading capabilities to fit and layout parts to achieve a quality finished product.
• Solid understanding of welding and welding procedures.
• Knowledge of metalworking equipment, tools, materials, and processing techniques.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to follow instructions.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with a sense of responsibility, ownership, and accountability.
• Ability to meet assigned deadlines, collaborate effectively with the team and work autonomously as required.
• Solid math and measurement skills (i.e., conversion from fractional to decimal and metric to imperial).
Preferred
• Counterbalance forklift license.
Compensation & Benefits
• Excellent Wages: Starting at $32 per hour; less statutory deductions.
• Overtime: Regularly available overtime paid after 40 hours per week.
• Benefits: Company paid for extended health benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance. Employee pays long-term disability premium as a deduction through biweekly payroll.
• 100% Premiums Paid by MSU: Medical, Dental and Life Insurance.
• Premium for Long-Term Disability paid for by employee
• Annual Work Boot Replacement Program: Yes
• $230 annual work boot allowance upon completion of 3-month probationary period.
• Annual Vacation: 2 weeks. Vacation is accrued and taken in the same calendar year.
• 1-week paid Christmas shutdown after 5 years of service.
• All Tools, Company Uniform, and PPE supplied by MSU: Yes
• Enrollment in the uniform program upon completion of 3-month probationary period.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $34.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
Work Location: In person
MSU Mississauga Ltd. (“ MSU”) is Canada’s leader in the design and manufacture of access products for the water and wastewater industry. MSU’s primary product offering includes access hatches, ladders, safety landings, railings and climbing rungs. MSU was founded in 1977 and has operated for the past 49 years out of its manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, ON.
For more information, please visit www.msuaccess.com.
THE POSITION
Reporting to the Welding Supervisor, the Welder Fitter fabricates custom aluminum and stainless-steel access products from engineered drawings. The Welder Fitter is responsible for fitting, tacking, welding and assembly of products to quality standards.
MSU is Canadian Welding Bureau certified to CSA Standards W47.1 and W47.2. The Welder Fitter is required to pass in house CWB tests for the following certifications:
Tickets for welding stainless steel to CSA W47.1:
• FCAW – Flat/Horizontal (Class S) and Flat/Horizontal (Class FW)
• GTAW – Flat/Horizontal/Vertical Up/Vertical Down
Tickets for welding aluminum to CSA W47.2:
• GMAW – Vertical Down and Flat/Horizontal
• GTAW – Flat/Vertical Up
Most of the material being welded is 1/4” or 3/8” thick grade 6061-T6 aluminum.
We do not weld carbon steel at this facility.
Work Environment
• Excellent team culture and learning environment.
• Progressive management focused on collaboration and empowerment.
• Great location in Mississauga where MSU has been located for 46 years.
• 16,000 square foot modern office and air-conditioned production facility.
• Operating hours are Mon-Fri from 7am-3pm with two 15 min paid breaks.
Responsibilities
• Interpret drawings, work-orders, and bill of materials to determine material requirements, product layout and dimensional criteria for goods being produced.
• Follow welding and assembly procedures to efficiently make quality products and parts.
• Accurately fit, layout, tack and weld finished goods to within a 3mm tolerance.
• Pick parts, hardware, gaskets, and sub-assemblies as indicated on the work-order.
• Use shear, mill, drill press, iron worker, saws and production equipment as required.
• Daily reporting of material usage on work-orders.
• Daily reporting on labor tickets of the amount of time spent on each project.
• Fill out quality control checklists and correct any issues upon inspection by the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized weld-bay and working environment.
• Appropriate maintenance and upkeep of job-related equipment.
• Work in a safe manner that complies with company health and safety stands and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• All other duties that serve the company and the customer (i.e., sweep, clean, cut, grind etc.).
Required
• 5 Years’ experience with MIG welding Aluminum.
• Familiar with CWB environment, previously certified under CSA W47.1 and/or W47.2.
• CWB certifications in GMAW, GTAW and/or FCAW processes.
• Strong blueprint reading capabilities to fit and layout parts to achieve a quality finished product.
• Solid understanding of welding and welding procedures.
• Knowledge of metalworking equipment, tools, materials, and processing techniques.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to follow instructions.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with a sense of responsibility, ownership, and accountability.
• Ability to meet assigned deadlines, collaborate effectively with the team and work autonomously as required.
• Solid math and measurement skills (i.e., conversion from fractional to decimal and metric to imperial).
Preferred
• Counterbalance forklift license.
Compensation & Benefits
• Excellent Wages: Starting at $32 per hour; less statutory deductions.
• Overtime: Regularly available overtime paid after 40 hours per week.
• Benefits: Company paid for extended health benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance. Employee pays long-term disability premium as a deduction through biweekly payroll.
• 100% Premiums Paid by MSU: Medical, Dental and Life Insurance.
• Premium for Long-Term Disability paid for by employee
• Annual Work Boot Replacement Program: Yes
• $230 annual work boot allowance upon completion of 3-month probationary period.
• Annual Vacation: 2 weeks. Vacation is accrued and taken in the same calendar year.
• 1-week paid Christmas shutdown after 5 years of service.
• All Tools, Company Uniform, and PPE supplied by MSU: Yes
• Enrollment in the uniform program upon completion of 3-month probationary period.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $34.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the general minimum wage in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour as of January 1 2026 for welders in non-unionized roles. Welders classified under skilled trades receive overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week. This rate applies uniformly across all sectors without provincial variations for this occupation.
What work permit requirements apply for international welders moving to Canada in 2026?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved LMIA for NOC 72106 welders. Applicants need a minimum of two years paid experience in the last five years plus Red Seal endorsement. Processing takes 8 weeks for 80 percent of applications submitted after April 2026.
What education and certification are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada?
Employment and Social Development Canada lists completion of a 2-3 year apprenticeship or Red Seal certification as mandatory for NOC 72106 welder positions. Candidates must hold a high school diploma plus 6,000 hours of documented on-the-job training by December 2026. Provincial trade authorities issue the certificate of qualification after passing the Red Seal exam.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the federal skilled trades program?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, Red Seal certificate, language test results at CLB 5 or higher, and proof of funds equaling CAD 13,757 for a single applicant as of 2026. The Express Entry profile requires an Educational Credential Assessment for any foreign training completed before submission. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5 MB each.
