Pipefitter/Tanking Technician, Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Pipefitter/Tanking Technician, Manufacturing

Northern Transformer Corporation is a Canadian-owned, fast-growing manufacturer of power and mobile transformers for leading utilities in Canada and the United States. Our team delivers transformers of the highest quality through superior design, quality workmanship and attention to safety and our clients’ individual needs.

Northern Transformer has grown quickly due to the dedication and teamwork of its employees and due to its close attention to client’s needs. The company has a modern and attractive working environment, and a strong health benefits package.

Due to the growth of our business, we have opening Tanking Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have mechanical background, proficient in using hand, power and measuring tools.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and specifications to perform final assembly and tanking activities.
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipe to required shape using hand and power tools.
• Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system.
• Install supports, valves, piping and controls systems.
• Test piping for leaks using testing equipment.
• Plan and implement solutions to mechanical problems with Supervisor’s help.
• Complete work within expected periods of time.
• Work safely, using all safety equipment supplied.
• Communicate well with colleagues and supervisors.
• Complete shop records accurately.
• Follow all general company policies.
• Preparation of transformer active parts for tanking, including verification of core, coils, lead routing, clamping systems, and insulation clearances prior to enclosure.
• Installation and alignment of active parts into transformer tanks using overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and precision lifting procedures to avoid mechanical stress or damage.
• Installation of accessories and internal components, such as bushings, Current Transformers, tap changers, radiators, internal leads, supports, valves, gauges and grounding systems.
• Interpretation of bill of materials, and tanking procedures, ensuring correct configuration by transformer rating and customer specification.
• Installation of high and low voltage oil filled bushings requiring strong understanding of electrical safety and transformer construction.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years’ experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate in English (spoken, read/write)
• Perform work based on general manufacturing instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal technical direction and supervision.
• Ability to read drawings and understand 2D & 3D sketches.
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks, with good hand-eye co-ordination.
• Manual dexterity, work from heights and ability to stand for extended periods.
• General use of hand and power tools.
• Climb ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, and lift minimal to heavy materials.
• Forklift and/or overhead crane operation experience an asset.

Working Hours:

Day Shift: Monday to Thursday 7am – 4pm , Friday 7am - 1pm 

Afternoon Shift: Monday to Thursday 4pm-2:30am  

Salary: $25.08-$28.72

Location:  Maple, Vaughan, Ontario  

Job Type:  Full time Permanent

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Clean, modern, and friendly working environment
• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Uniform provided.