Overview

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

This is semi-skilled and skilled work of considerable variety below the Journeyperson level of responsibility, but requiring involvement in and phases of Journeyperson’s work. An entry level apprentice performs manual and semi-skilled tasks of moderate difficulty in the Metal Fabricator / Welder trade. Tasks of increasing complexity are assigned as the incumbent progresses successfully through the apprenticeship. Apprentices are required to attend in-school training as directed by the Industry Training Authority. The apprentice’s work will be checked while in progress to ensure proficiency, attainment of desired objectives, and that established standards are met.

Grade 12 or equivalent is required for this apprenticeship opportunity. The completion of a pre-apprenticeship or entry-level training program would be an asset. Preference will also be given to applicants with relevant education, experience and a related background, or those who have some knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools and equipment used in this trade. Additional requirements are as follows:

  • Satisfactory attendance, safety, and performance record;
  • Ability to work in a team environment and to maintain effective relationships with coworkers;
  • Ability and aptitude for this work;
  • Knowledge of safety principles for this trade;
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the work;
  • Valid Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia, Class 5 and Abstract.

SALARY: $29.40/hour (Labourer 1 rate minimum payable) (2021 Rates)

Rates increase as a % of the Trades 2- Metal Fabricator / Welder rate as follows:

1st 6 months of apprenticeship 70.0%

2nd 6 months of apprenticeship 72.5%

3rd 6 months of apprenticeship 75.0%

4th 6 months of apprenticeship 77.5%

5th 6 months of apprenticeship 80.0%

6th 6 months of apprenticeship 82.5%

7th 6 months of apprenticeship 85.0%

8th 6 months of apprenticeship 90%

This is a Temporary Full Time opportunity until May 2025.

Please apply online by April 5, 2023.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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