Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Commercial
• Industrial

Tasks

• Interpret welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
• Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products

Type of materials

• Aluminum alloys
• Stainless steel

Welding techniques

• Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
• Flux core arc welding (FCAW)

Equipment and machinery experience

• Soldering machine

Area of specialization

• Custom fabrication
• Structural construction
• Factory assembly
• Cast iron and other metals
• Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Welding helmet

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Punctuality
• Hardworking
• Resourcefulness

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)