welder

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

Dusty. Noisy.

Tasks:

• Interpret welding process specifications.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment.
• Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines.
• Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal.
• Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC).
• Determine weldability of materials.
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment.
• Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products.
• Operate previously set-up brazing or soldering machines to bond metal or to fill holes, indentations and seams of metal.

Type of materials:

Non-ferrous materials. Steel, iron and heavy metals.

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Arc welding machine.
• Brazing machine.
• Soldering machine.

Area of specialization:

• Custom fabrication.
• Machinery or equipment repair.
• Cast iron and other metals.
• Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings.

Transportation/travel information:

Own transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Standing for extended periods.

Own tools/equipment:

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

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Organized.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.

Financial benefits:

• Life insurance.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Long term benefits:

Long-term care insurance.

Other benefits:

Parking available.