Join AdvanTec Marine – Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
At AdvanTec Marine, we’re not just building marine closures—we’re shaping the future of marine innovation. As one of the largest marine manufacturers in the world, our passion drives everything we do. We’re proud to be the parent brand of Diamond Sea Glaze, Freeman Marine, Pacific Coast Marine, Steelhead Marine, Manly Marine, and USA Sliding Doors—each specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of specialty marine closures.
With locations across Canada and the US, and customers in over 50 countries, our work supports Navies, Governments, Militaries, Commercial Vessel Operators, and Super Yacht Builders worldwide.
We’re currently looking for a Fabricator/Welder 4 to join our dynamic Custom Fabrication team in Chilliwack, BC.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
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Growth Opportunities: We’re expanding—and you can grow with us.
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Competitive Compensation: Starting wage range of $35–$44 CAD per hour, based on experience and skillset. Regular reviews thereafter ensure your growth is recognized.
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Comprehensive Benefits:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
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Life Insurance, Critical Illness, EAP, and Long-Term Disability
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RRSP Matching Program
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Inclusive Culture: Your voice matters here. We value collaboration, innovation, and respect.
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Global Impact: Be part of a team whose work reaches across oceans and borders.
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Visit us at http://www.advantecmarine.com to learn more.
The Role:
As a Fabricator/Welder, you'll bring engineered designs to life, interpreting blueprints and detailed drawings to fabricate, weld, and assemble high-quality metal components. Working with a variety of tools, equipment, and materials, you’ll play a hands-on role in creating unique, custom solutions in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment. Projects are diverse and offer the opportunity to continuously develop your skills while contributing to work you can take pride in.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform TIG, MIG, and flux core welding to specifications
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Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings
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Operate fabrication equipment (shears, ironworkers, drills, plasma, torches)
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Use templates and gauges to ensure accuracy of parts and joins
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Safely operate cranes, rigging, and lift trucks
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Support production targets and continuous improvement with Supervisors/Leads
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Complete required documentation and follow SOPs
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
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Assist with assembly, testing, shipping, and installation as needed
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Work in accordance with documented procedures and complete all applicable records
What You Bring
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Fabrication Red Seal
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3+ years of fabrication/welding experience
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Proficient in welding practices and fabrication techniques for the manufacture of custom machinery and projects
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Previous or current CWB and/or LR certification is considered an asset
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Strong mechanical aptitude and installation knowledge
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Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
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Knowledge of simple layouts
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Proficiency with all fabrication hand tools (drills, grinders, cutting tools, squares, levels, etc.)
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Basic math skills and able to accurately read a tape measure
Thank you for considering a career with AdvanTec Marine. We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
