Apprentice or Journeyperson Welder

Position : Regular / Full Time / Day Shift / Night Shift

Waiward is a respected construction and maintenance service provider that operates one of Canada’s largest fabrication shops based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Our mission is To Be Your Trusted Partner which ensures we act with integrity in all that we do. Through planned growth and development, we have kept our commitment to provide our customers with an unsurpassed level of service. Waiward’s historical and future success is grounded in our collective commitment to our core values.

At Waiward, we believe a diverse and inclusive workplace is the key to unlocking the full potential of our people. It is essential to build a team that represents the communities and clients we are serving. We attract, hire, and develop people of all backgrounds and ensure fairness and inclusion within our hiring processes. We believe in investing in people based on their expertise, capabilities, aspirations, and performance despite their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

As a leader in our industry, we believe diversity and inclusion strengthen our team and are committed to making sustainable progress in our company and the communities and clients we serve. With the support of our leadership team and peers, our people are encouraged to share their perspectives.

Job Purpose

The Welder is responsible for fusing metal components and other metal parts together for construction and / or fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Displays a commitment to Waiward’s incident-free vision, values, and culture
• Reads blueprints and specifications
• Fuses metal components using the SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW process
• Grinds, stamps, cuts and drills material
• Operates tools and equipment including overhead cranes, oxy-acetylene torches, gouging equipment and sub arc welding machines
• Attends daily toolbox meetings
• Completes tasks with minimal NCR’s
• Properly and consistently documents and follows established procedures
• Wears the appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
• Reports personal injuries, no matter how minor, and obtain medical attention as required
• Consistently follows and encourages shop rules
• Willing to work overtime when required

Qualifications

Working Conditions

The incumbent is required to work in the fabrication shop with moderate noise and numerous hazardous fumes.

Physical Requirements

The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : viewing paint specifications for extended periods of time; and extensive reading. The incumbent is also required to stand and sit for extended periods of time and will require good physical attributes for walking on uneven ground, climbing, confined space entry, limited lifting, and sitting.

About the company

For more than 40 years, Waiward has been one of Canada’s largest steel fabricators and erector’s and a leading provider of construction, engineering and drafting services. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, we add value to projects from conception to...

Notice

Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.

Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.

An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details : www.talentify.io / bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.

#J-18808-Ljbffr