SHIFT REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must be able to work any of the following shifts, as production needs may change. Shift preference is assigned by seniority.

• Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Afternoon Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 PM

Pay Rate: $34.66/hour

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Production Welder, you will perform MIG and TIG welding in a CWB-regulated environment to build structural and body components for heavy-duty transit buses. You will work from blueprints and weld symbols to produce consistent, high-quality welds that meet safety, durability, and production standards.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match / or Registered pension plan with generous company match)
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

What You Will Do

• Perform MIG welding on structural frames, brackets, and bus body components to CWB standards
• Perform TIG welding on thinner materials and specialty components (where required)
• Fit, clamp, square, grind, and prep parts prior to welding to ensure proper alignment and tolerances
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and build documentation to determine weld locations and sequence
• Complete multi-pass welds, overhead welds, vertical welds, and confined-space welds depending on the build area
• Visually inspect welds for porosity, undercut, cracks, and proper bead profile, performing rework when required
• Use tools such as grinders, clamps, measuring tapes, levels, squares, and jigs
• Follow standard work, CWB procedures, and build sequences to maintain consistency and repeatability
• Work with fabricators, weld team members, and area leads to hit daily TAKT times and production targets
• Maintain welding equipment (liners, tips, gas flow, wire speed, etc.) and troubleshoot basic weld defects
• Follow all safety requirements, use proper PPE, and maintain a clean, organized workstation

What You Need

• CWB certification is an asset; must have the ability and willingness to obtain CWB certification
• Proficient MIG welding skills (TIG experience or willingness to learn is an asset)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
• Strong attention to detail and consistent weld quality
• Physically able to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to meet production timelines
• Flexibility to work shifts and overtime as required

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.