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Measure and build wire rope and chain slings to exact customer specifications, ensuring every fabricated product meets quality and manufacturing standards - including properly pressed sleeves
Install winch cable onto bed trucks with precision and care
Read and interpret drawings, measurements, and fabrication instructions (full training provided - no prior experience required)
Operate a hydraulic press and use a tape measure accurately as core parts of your daily workflow
Work confidently with tools and equipment including grinders, cut-off saws, cutting torches, and spoolers
Tag all outgoing shipments with the correct customer name, phone number, and order number to ensure accurate, professional fulfillment
Monitor wire rope inventory levels, communicate proactively when stock is running low, put away incoming supplies, and document usage to keep the shop running smoothly
Pitch in across other areas of the shop as needed - roughly 10% of the role - contributing to a collaborative, team-first environment
Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate clearly in a busy shop setting
Mechanically inclined with a natural comfort around tools, equipment, and fabrication tasks
Punctual and dependable - you take deadlines seriously and follow through consistently
Strong attention to detail and a genuine safety-first mindset; you do the job right, not just fast
Solid basic math skills and the ability to read a tape measure accurately — this is used every day
Good organizational habits to manage materials, documentation, and workflow without things slipping through the cracks
A valid Class 5 driver's license
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Must already be legally entitled to work in Canada - we are not able to provide Permanent Residency (PR) sponsorship or immigration support for this position
Previous rigging or fabrication experience is a strong asset, though not required - we provide full training for the right candidate
Background in oil and gas, crane operations, or other mechanical, fabrication, or warehouse environments will help you hit the ground running
First aid certification is an asset
Forklift certification is an asset, though neither is required at hire
The Hercules Group of Companies is a national leader in industrial lifting, rigging, material handling, and safety solutions, proudly supporting critical industries across Canada. With multiple business units and branch locations coast to coast, we deliver high-quality products, certified inspections, specialized training, and reliable field services to keep our customers safe and productive. At Hercules, we invest in our people, promote from within, and provide opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
If you're ready to stop plateauing and start building a career with real depth, apply now and take the step that gets you there.
Please note that successful candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.
Canadian private lifting and rigging group serving industrial customers with equipment, inspections, training, engineering, and millwright services.
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