welder-fitter

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience.

Work site environment:

At heights. Dusty. Hot. Noisy. Odours.

Work setting:

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.
• Determine weldability of materials.
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment.
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Canadian Welding Bureau Certification.

Welding techniques:

• Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG).
• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW).
• TIG.
• MIG.
• Gas metal ARC (GMAW) (MIG).

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Gas welding machine.
• Spot welding machine.

Area of specialization:

Custom fabrication.

Transportation/travel information:

Own transportation. Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. 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.
• Gloves.
• Welding helmet.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Are you currently a student?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Employment terms options:

Evening.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Overtime available.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• As per collective agreement.
• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Other benefits:

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Free parking available.
• Other benefits.
• Parking available.