About this role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Commercial. 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. 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). Operate hoisting and lifting equipment. Operate previously set-up brazing or soldering machines to bond metal or to fill holes, indentations and seams of metal. Type of materials: Stainless steel. Steel, iron and heavy metals. Welding techniques: Oxy-acetylene welding (OAW). Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Plasma arc welding (PAW). Equipment and machinery experience: Arc welding machine. Butt or seam resistance welding machine. Gas welding machine. Spot welding machine. Area of specialization: Custom fabrication. Machinery or equipment repair. Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings. Security and safety: Basic security clearance. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Willing to travel. Willing to travel for extended periods. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Welding helmet. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Team player. Punctuality. Hardworking. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Workplace information: On the road job. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Night shift premium. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer.