Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
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
Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal
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
Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment
Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
Ensure that safety standards and departmental policies are met
Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
Type of materials
Stainless steel
Welding techniques
Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Flux core arc welding (FCAW)
Equipment and machinery experience
Arc welding machine
Soldering machine
Spot welding machine
Area of specialization
Custom fabrication
Factory assembly
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Medical exam
Transportation/travel information
Own transportation
Own vehicle
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Sitting
Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Tools
Steel-toed safety boots
Hard hat
Safety glasses/goggles
Safety harness
Gloves
Mask
Face shield
Welding helmet
Personal suitability
Organized
Team player
Punctuality
Hardworking
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you live near the job location?
Employment terms options
Evening
Employment terms options
Night
Day
Overtime available
Health benefits
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Night shift premium
Pension plan
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
Long-term care insurance
Other benefits
Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Parking available
Travel insurance
Wellness program
Support for persons with disabilities
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Support for youths
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)