Overview

Education

– Welder training (apprentice or journeyperson). Must be a registered apprentice, an Alberta-certified journey person, hold a valid recognized credential or possess the skills and knowledge expected of a apprentice / journeyperson welder.

– Overhead crane and rigging or equivalent experience, an asset

Experience

Approximately 2 years or equivalent experience

Specific Skills

– Fabricate and/or weld items as per specified drawings

– Visually inspect welds, if certified to do so

– Measure, as required

– Follow all safety and quality procedures as specified in the staff manual and quality manual

– Maintain tools & equipment

– Fill out travellers as required (requires training or proof of qualification)

– Maintain a clean and safe work area

– Must be familiar with FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding), Stick welding; all positions.

– Being familiar with Fitting and Coping would be preferred.

– Must be able to read and understand written planning and following verbal instructions.

– Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.

– Must have an acute attention to detail to ensure quality standards are met.

Duties Include:

– Understanding blueprints and specifications to determine the materials necessary for welding.

– Perform welding duties as specified by procedures, blueprints, work orders or oral instruction.

– Grinding, stamping, cutting and/or drilling material.

– Conducting housekeeping and general cleanup.

– Regularly communicating with supervisor and leads to ensure all non-conformances are reported. .

– Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Equipment and Machinery Experience

Hand tools, overhead cranes, power tools;

Weight Handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Work Setting

General manufacturing and welding shop

Own Tools/Equipment

Hand Tools; Safety equipment/gear; Steel-toed safety boots; Safety glasses/goggles

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $22.00-$32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Vision care

Schedule:

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Welding: 2 years (required)
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