Welder

Education:

Registered Apprenticeship certificate.

Work setting:

• Industrial.
• Manufacture.

Tasks:

• Interpret welding process specifications.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes.
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment.

Type of materials:

• Aluminum alloys.
• Stainless steel.
• Steel, iron and heavy metals.

Welding techniques:

• Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).
• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW).
• Flux core arc welding (FCAW).

Area of specialization:

Custom fabrication.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Physically demanding.
• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Standing for extended periods.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Own tools/equipment:

• Steel-toed safety boots.
• Welding helmet.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Employment terms options:

• Day.
• Overtime available.

Health benefits:

Health care plan.