Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Manufacture

Tasks

• Interpret welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and / or specifications
• Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines
• Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Forklift Operator Certification

Type of materials

• Aluminum alloys

Welding techniques

• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
• Spool

Equipment and machinery experience

• Gas welding machine

Area of specialization

• Custom fabrication
• Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Welding helmet

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits