- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
- or equivalent experience
Work site environment
OutdoorsAt heightsCold/refrigeratedConfined spacesDustyHotNoisy
Work setting
Various locationsRemote locationCommercialIndustrial
Tasks
Interpret welding process specificationsOperate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipmentRead and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processesExamine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specificationsOperate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipmentFit, braze and torch-straighten metalOperate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC)Operate hoisting and lifting equipmentOperate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and productsMaintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment
Welding techniques
Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)Flux core arc welding (FCAW)
Equipment and machinery experience
Arc welding machineGas welding machineElectrical wiring devices
Area of specialization
Machinery or equipment repairStructural constructionMine constructionFencing, balconies, stairs and railings
Transportation/travel information
Own transportationVehicle supplied by employerWilling to travel for extended periodsValid driver's licenceTravel expenses paid by employerPublic transportation is not available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentRepetitive tasksHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordination
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
ToolsSteel-toed safety bootsSafety glasses/gogglesWelding helmet
Personal suitability
Client focusEfficient interpersonal skillsFlexibilityOrganizedTeam playerPunctualityHardworking
Employment terms options
Early morning
Employment terms options
MorningDay
Health benefits
Dental planDisability benefitsHealth care planVision care benefits
Financial benefits
Pension plan
Long term benefits
Long-term care insurance