Red Seal or 3rd/4th Year Apprentice Steel Fabricators/Boilermakers - Vancouver, Canada - Scout Talent

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• An exceptional company with a firm commitment to its people, culture, and environmental social responsibility
• Enjoy a highly competitive wage of $47.68/hr for Red Seal candidates (double for OT), plus comprehensive union benefits
• Join a supportive, diverse team that is committed to your long-term success

Seaspan Shipyards is proud to be Canada's long-term, strategic shipbuilding, ship repair and conversion partner for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. As a direct result of this work, Seaspan Shipyards is delivering on the promise of ships built in Canada, by Canadians, while creating jobs and rebuilding our domestic shipbuilding industry.

Our strategically located facilities, deep technical expertise, a reputation for quality, on-time project delivery, and outstanding customer service make Victoria Shipyards a sought-after partner to government and commercial fleets, in Canada and around the world. Victoria Shipyards specializes in complex projects up to complete vessel conversions. We are an integral part of the Canadian Navy frigate and submarine maintenance programs, with our highly specialized and experienced teams providing critical maintenance on Canada's Halifax-class frigates for over 20 years and in-service support for its Victoria-Class submarines for over a decade.

Join us and be part of the regeneration of the ship repair & conversion tradition and become a member of a talented, diverse team that is forging a bright future for Canadian ship repair at one of the most modern shipyards in North America.

For more information about us, please visit our website.

Currently, Seaspan Victoria Shipyards is seeking multiple full-time Red Seal or 3rd/4th Year Apprentice Steel Fabricators, to work in Victoria, BC. There are two types of shifts available dependent on project needs:

• Morning: 6:30am - 3:00pm or 7:30am - 4:00pm Monday-Friday
• Afternoon: 3:00pm - 11:30pm or 4:00pm - 12:30am Monday-Friday (+$2.50/hr on top of base)

As our new Fabricator, you will perform the layout, fabrication, installation, and erection of ship structure, outfit items, and other tasks using a variety of hand tools, grinders, fairing aids, presses, etc. You will be required to read and interpret work packages, blueprints, accuracy control reports, and quality control reports, while meeting ship repair and conversion quality standards, VSL safety standards, and upholding Seaspan's core values.

You are looking for a long-term career rather than the next job To qualify, you must possess an Interprovincial Red Seal certification or are currently in your 3rd/4th year of apprenticeship.

The following assets are required:

• Metal Fabricator or Boilermaker qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal endorsement or a recognized equivalent Provincial/International Trades Qualification
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Ability to use a variety of tools and measuring devices
• Previous experience in the oil and gas industry, working with steel, pressure vessels, tanks, ship repair, etc. are assets
• Marine Fitter Endorsement is an asset
• Must be able to work in a construction environment involving confined spaces, working at heights, and various weather conditions

As a valuable addition to our team, you have a passion for safety and environmental stewardship, with the ability to work and communicate collaboratively in a team environment and the willingness to learn.

Please note: Successful candidates will also be required to obtain secret-level government security clearance.

As a valuable member of our team, you will be rewarded with a competitive hourly wage of $47.68 for Red Seal candidates, plus welfare, pension and tool allowance, for a total of $56/hr. This is a union job, and you must become a member of International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Local 191 to be employed at Victoria Shipyards. In addition, you will receive a great range of benefits, including:

• Overtime pay of double the hourly wage
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits (provided by International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Local 191)
• Job stability — with multi-billion dollar contracts and a fleet of ships awaiting repair, our work promises sustained growth and prosperity for years to come
• Training, mentorship, and broad opportunities for professional development
• A progressive work environment that supports health, fitness, safety, and diversity
• Support for families, including scholarships and summer job placements for children
• Regular employee bonding events, celebrations, and events run by our social committee
• And many more

This is a unique opportunity to join the team of a thriving and growing company, at an exciting time. If you enjoy being part of a culture that promotes personal and professional growth in an atmosphere of trust, respect, and collaboration, apply now

By applying, you agree that Seaspan may share your resume with our Union partner, International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Local 191.