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Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 65 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values.
At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few – Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB.
We’re consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada’s Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We’re committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.
If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.
About the Position:
The Detailer supports projects by creating a 3D model, assembly drawings, erection diagrams & digital information from client specifications, layout drawings, design sketches, models, proto-types or from other verbal instructions. Using 3D modeling software, the detailer provides assembly drawings & electronic files to the shop for fabrication and shipping, and erection diagrams and other information to Field Services for construction, all within tight and shifting deadlines.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Create 3D Model Designs based on project requirements in Tekla.
- Review and analyze drawing and sketches to determine appropriate connections and input into the Tekla system.
- Collaborate with other detailers assigned to the various divisions of the project to ensure details are coordinated to prevent conflict and errors in the fabrication and erection stages.
- Respond to any requests for changes from the customer and work with the Production and Project manager in troubleshooting client problems.
- Prepare clear, complete and accurate assembly and erection drawings indicating dimensions, tolerances, fastening and joining requirements.
- Project correspondence and maintenance.
- Assist with any challenges or questions in the fabrication and erection stages.
- Attend project meetings with engineers, architects and general contractors when required.
- Review contract drawings and specifications to identify any unusual or unique aspects.
- Work with Project Managers and Detailing Managers to best maintain project schedules with the resources allotted.
- Inform Project Managers if changes in information result in extra scope, extra cost, or extra time needed for the project.
- Review drawings for detailing that does not adhere to company or Project standards and advise other Detailers.
- Regular fabrication shop visits.
Work Location:
- Hamilton, ON.
Position Requirements:
- A University Degree or Drafting/Engineering Technology Diploma from a recognized technical institute, or suitable work experience.
- Minimum 5 years within the Steel Industry or relevant industry experience.
- Experience in designing/drafting using automated software (i.e Tekla).
- Knowledge of the Tekla System or other equivalent 3D modeling software systems.
- Knowledge in structural steel fabrication, connections and erection practices.
- Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts.
- Ability to read structural and architectural drawings.
- A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other associates within a collegial, yet demanding, work environment.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in a complex environment with multiple priorities.
- Excellent Computer skills.
- Communication skills – both written and oral.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills.
Compensation Package:
- Negotiable salary based on experience.
- Vacation.
- Paid sick and Bereavement leaves.
- Flexible extended health and dental care packages.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- RRSP Matching.
- Profit Sharing.
- Employee Family Scholarship Program.
- Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education)
- Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities.
Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
