Summary Fabricator, Steel - Structural Metal And Platework near Kitchener (ON)

Find key facts and figures about working as a fabricator, steel - structural metal and platework. The following information is applicable to all Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters (NOC 72104).

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Description

Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters fabricate, assemble, fit and install steel or other metal components for buildings, bridges, tanks, towers, boilers, pressure vessels and other similar structures and products. They are employed in structural steel, boiler and platework fabrication plants and by heavy machinery manufacturing and shipbuilding companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$25.05/hour

Median wage in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region

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Jobs

3 jobs

advertised near Kitchener (ON)

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Skills

  • Lay out reference points and patterns
  • Assemble and fit plates and sections to form structures
  • Read and interpret blueprints
  • Weld or bolt sections together
  • Set up and operate heavy-duty metal-working machines

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