Fitter – Metal Fabrication in Lévis

Work site environment

• Dusty

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Determine materials required
• Interpret engineering drawings and others’ instructions to plan methods and sequences of operation
• Lay out reference points and patterns
• Plan the sequence of tasks to cut metal most efficiently
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements
• Assemble and fit plates and sections to form structures
• Set up and operate heavy-duty metal-working machines
• Install fabricated components in final product
• Rig, hoist and move materials to storage areas or within worksite
• Make minor adjustments and repairs
• Install hardware on furniture and fixtures
• Inspect furniture and fixture subassemblies and finished products for conformance to quality standards
• Mark defective parts or products for repair
• Read blueprints and drawings

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Metal

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Reliability
• Flexibility

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week