Journeyperson Welder

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Description

Job Summary :

Responsible for performing welding and grinding functions per job specifications. Selects equipment and plans layout and assembly of welding.

Works closely and interacts with supervision. Works with precise limits and standards of accuracy. Able to weld in all positions horizontal, vertical, flat, and overhead.

Please note this will be used to fill up to 4 positions at Suncor Base plant near Fort McMurray, AB, Canada starting May 8th, 2024.

These are tank maintenance and repair projects therefore, all welders (Journeypersons & Apprentices) will be asked to perform tasks that may not be welding specific all the time.

• The schedule is 10 days, 4 days off, 10-hour to 12-hour days. Please keep in mind, travel to site is always Mondays to start Tuesdays and travel home is either AFTER working a full day on the following Thursday OR you can opt to stay in camp for an additional night and travel home on the Friday morning.
• Camp accommodations
• Bussing is available from camp to job site and vice versa.
• You are responsible for getting to site and home on your own.
• Start date is May 8th (possible longer shift for 1st rotation)
• Turnaround work that will be approximately 6 weeks long
• Travel pay is $250 to site and $250 at the end of job - for those outside of Fort McMurray
• Must be able to pass a weld test and D&A screen (conditions of employment).
• Pay rate is $45 / hr. for Journeyperson Welders.

Essential Functions :

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its Core Values.
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Receives and understands instructions and prints regarding work assignment in field.
• Performs work requiring knowledge of the welding properties of various types of metals, welding rods, welding heat, stress relief, allowances for fit-up and machining, and the effect of shrinkage, warpage, and expansion.
• Interprets drawings and sketches; plans details of working procedure; and decides on tools and materials needed.
• Sets up, assembles, cleans, and prepares items to be welded.
• Performs welding in all positions. Makes any type and size of weld.
• Fitting flat, bottom steel sheets for proper welding application
• Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut materials to size and shape.
• Cleans and chips or grinds parts and welds.
• Weld tacking horizontal and vertical seams.
• Cleans up material and debris after completing each job.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Loading and offloading field equipment and material shipments from trucks
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Must be able to pass weld test at shop in Leduc - 2G, 3G, 4G in both SMAW & FCAW processes.
• Must maintain a 95-100% pass rate on weld X-ray / visual exams.
• Must be able to read prints and written instructions as well as follow verbal directions required to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to weld under air - use of RPE is mandatory.
• Follow welding procedure specifications when welding.
• Tank maintenance and repair experience an asset.
• Ability to communicate and relay information with Foreman and co-workers effectively, safely, and respectfully.
• Ability to lift objects weighing a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Must have a positive outlook; willing to work as a team and independently.
• Must possess hard work ethic and willingness to learn new things.
• Previous experience working at Suncor Base plant is an asset.
• Exposure to extreme cold, heat, poor ventilation, fumes, and gases is possible; noise level is high and includes sounds of normal construction equipment.

Training Required :

• OSSA Regional Orientation OR Common Safety Orientation
• CSTS-09 OR CSTS-20
• H2S Alive or H2S Awareness
• OSSA / ESC Fall Protection
• OSSA / ESC Confined Space
• OSSA / ESC AWP
• Air Purifying Respirator (APR)
• Respiratory Training Equipment (RPE)
• Fit Tests - North 7600 & 7700, Scott AV 2000 & 3000

EEO / M / F / Disability / Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.