Overview

This position will work with Lead Hands, Charge Hands and Foremen to ensure continuous improvements using SMAW, MCAW, GMAW, FCAW and semi-automatic welding processes.

Responsibilities:

  • Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
  • Operate manual or semi-automatic welding: gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), shield metal arc welding (SMAW), and metal core arc welding (MCAW)
  • Operate and maintain flame-cutting and plasma arc cutting equipment
  • Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits
  • Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
  • Align components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (flat, vertical, horizontal or overhead)
  • Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
  • Operate metal shaping machines such as brake, shears and hydraulic band saw
  • Monitor parts usage and report on any material issues
  • Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques
  • Ensure compliance with Industry, Legislative, and corporate Safety policies and procedures
  • Assist in training and directing less trained personnel with work methods, work habits and performance
  • Recommend changes to improve quality and productions costs
  • Operation of overhead crane

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • AB (or SK) Registered Apprentice/Journeyman
  • Previous experience in tank fabrication a definite asset
  • CWB tickets considered an asset
  • Safety training an asset but willing to train as required
  • Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills and able to work effectively in a diverse, fast-pace environment

About Foremost

Foremost is a large and diverse industrial manufacturer. We specialize in equipment for oil & gas, mining, construction and water well markets and have grown to be one of the largest vacuum truck manufacturers in Canada. In early 2019, Foremost acquired the operating assets of Steel Craft Inc. and JTL Industries, leading to the addition of ULC Fuel Tanks and Agriculture Grain Bins to Foremost’s product line. With multiple locations in Alberta, a solid reputation dating back to 1940, over 400 employees and a unique depth of expertise Foremost is a company with great people, great products and a great future. We have adapted, invented, and evolved all of our products with a view to make them more useful and profitable for our customers. For more information about Foremost, visit www.foremost.ca/about.

Job Type: Full-time

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