fitter, structural steel

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

Noisy. Dusty.

Work setting:

Urban area.

Tasks:

• Determine materials required.
• Interpret engineering drawings and others' instructions to plan methods and sequences of operation.
• Lay out reference points and patterns.
• Plan the sequence of tasks to cut metal most efficiently.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements.
• Assemble and fit plates and sections to form structures.
• Set up and operate heavy-duty metal-working machines.
• Construct patterns and templates.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Forklift Operator Certification.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.

Welding techniques:

• MIG.
• TIG.

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Brakes and presses.
• Cutting torches.
• Drills.
• Grinder.
• Saws.

Area of specialization:

• Structural metal or steel.
• Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings.

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence.
• Own transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Manual dexterity.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Attention to detail.
• Fast-paced environment.

Own tools/equipment:

• Steel-toed safety boots.
• Hard hat.
• Welding helmet.

Screening questions:

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Parking available.