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welder
Employer details: Ideal Upfitters Manufacturing Inc.
Job details
Location: Surrey, BCV3W 3E9
Work location: On site
Salary: 38.50 hourly / 35 to 40 hours per week
Morning, Day
Starts as soon as possible
Benefits: Other benefits
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Overview
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Noisy
Work setting
Commercial
Urban area
Responsibilities
Tasks
· Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, work orders, and technical specifications for custom truck and van upfitting projects.
· Measure, cut, fit, fabricate, and weld steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel components using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes.
· Fabricate and assemble custom shelving systems, partitions, ladder racks, storage cabinets, work benches, mounting brackets, cargo barriers, and other upfitting components.
· Weld and install structural supports, reinforcement brackets, frames, and mounting systems for commercial vans and trucks.
· Modify and repair existing vehicle upfitting equipment according to customer specifications and engineering requirements.
· Operate fabrication equipment including welding machines, plasma cutters, grinders, drill presses, band saws, hydraulic presses, and other metalworking tools.
· Grind, clean, finish, and prepare welded assemblies for painting, powder coating, or final installation.
· Perform layout, fitting, alignment, and inspection of fabricated components to ensure dimensional accuracy and proper fit.
· Install fabricated metal components securely inside commercial vehicles while maintaining structural integrity and safety standards.
· Inspect completed welds and fabricated assemblies for strength, quality, and compliance with company specifications.
· Repair damaged shelving systems, ladder racks, partitions, flooring supports, and other metal vehicle accessories.
· Work closely with installers, fabricators, and production staff to complete custom upfitting projects within scheduled timelines.
· Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in safe operating condition and perform routine equipment maintenance.
· Follow all occupational health and safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of materials.
· Maintain accurate records of completed fabrication work and report any material defects or production issues to supervisors.
Experience and specialization
Welding techniques
Oxy-acetylene welding (OAW)
Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
Area of specialization
Custom fabrication
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
Direct Apply
By Direct Apply
Additional ways to apply
By mail
12468 82 Avenue, Surrey, BCV3W 3E9
By Email: idealupfitters9@gmail.com