Welder Fabricator (Heavy Equipment & Truck Repair) (On-site in the West Kootenays, BC)

• →General welding repairs on trailers, trucks, and custom equipment

• →Perform custom fabrication of truck, trailer, and heavy equipment components to meet customer specifications

• →Perform welding repair inspections and time estimates on road equipment

• →Read and interpret drawings and specifications to determine requirements

• →Complete Structural Welding

• →Customize mobile equipment and/or parts as per the customer's request

• →Provide welding support primarily in the shop and occasionally in the field

• →Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner

• →Develop a welding repair process with the Service Manager

• →Work in a safe manner and follow all safety rules and guidelines

• Journeyman Red Seal Welder certification

• 1-2 years of experience in commercial truck and trailer welding repairs

• Team player who can share his/her knowledge by teaching and coaching junior employees

• Ability to work safely in a challenging environment with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated analysis and problem-solving ability

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding duties

• Must be computer literate and have the ability to learn new programs

• Demonstrate and promote work-safe practices

Based in Salmo, BC, Summit Truck & Equipment Repair provides heavy-duty repair, mobile service, welding and fabrication, parts, new equipment sales and tire services to customers throughout the West Kootenays. Summit has been a trusted heavy industry repair partner serving the West Kootenays for over 25 years.

The Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities.

Ready to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you.

Different perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law.

If you require any accommodation at any point during the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.

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