Matrix HR is currently recruiting 2nd and 3rd year apprentice Metal Fabricators for an exciting project and client of ours located in Halifax NS.
As a Metal Fabricator, you will be responsible for using various tools and equipment to fabricate and assemble metal parts according to specifications. This is a hands-on role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently
**\*\*Referral Bonus Offered! \*\*-** We are pleased to offer a referral bonus of $200 for each individual referred to Matrix HR who is successfully hired for this project. To be eligible for the referral payment, the referred candidate must complete a minimum of one week of work on our payroll.
**Responsibilities:**
- Operate power tools and hand tools to cut, shape, and fabricate metal parts
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
- Measure and mark dimensions on metal pieces using measuring instruments
- Weld or join metal components using various welding techniques
- Use cranes or forklifts to move heavy metal pieces as needed
- Perform quality checks to ensure finished products meet specifications
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time
**Experience:**
- Proven experience as a Metal Fabricator
- 2nd or 3rd year Completed pre-apprenticeship course
- Proficient in welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, or ARC welding
- Familiarity with operating power tools and hand tools
- Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions
- Mechanical knowledge of metalworking processes and equipment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
**Certifications:**
- Confined Space
- Fall Protection
- WHMIS
**The Rewards**
- Paid Weekly!
- **Apprentice pay rate**\- based on experience
- **Schedule:** Monday – Friday (8-hour shifts)
- **Work Environment:** Steady work in a clean, regulated facility with access to a tool crib.
- **Referral Bonus:** Earn **$200** for every successful hire you refer! (Paid after their first week on payroll).