Overview
Languages
English or French
Education
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Registered Apprenticeship certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Work site environment
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Outdoors
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At heights
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Confined spaces
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Hot
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Noisy
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Odours
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Interpret welding process specifications
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Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
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Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
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Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
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Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
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Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC)
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Determine weldability of materials
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Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
Experience and specialization
Type of materials
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Aluminum alloys
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Stainless steel
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Steel, iron and heavy metals
Welding techniques
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Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
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Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
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Flux core arc welding (FCAW)
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Plasma arc welding (PAW)
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Electrogas
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Electroslag
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Fusion welds
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Orbital
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Tubular
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Multipass
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Keyhole
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Brazing and soldering
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ARC spot
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Boilers
Equipment and machinery experience
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Arc welding machine
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Brazing machine
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Butt or seam resistance welding machine
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Gas welding machine
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Soldering machine
Area of specialization
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Custom fabrication
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Truck repair
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Machinery or equipment repair
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Large diameter pipelines
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Structural construction
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Factory assembly
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Cast iron and other metals
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Ornamental work
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Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings
Additional information
Security and safety
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Bondable
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Basic security clearance
Transportation/travel information
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Own vehicle
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Willing to travel
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Valid driver's licence
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Travel expenses paid by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Repetitive tasks
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Handling heavy loads
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Physically demanding
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Sitting
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Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
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Tools
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Steel-toed safety boots
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Hard hat
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Safety glasses/goggles
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Safety harness
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Gloves
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Mask
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Face shield
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Welding helmet
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Paramedical services coverage
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.