fabrication welder

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy
• Odours
• Dirty

Work setting

• Commercial
• Manufacture

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Interpret welding process specifications
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Forklift Operator Certification

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Aluminum alloys
• Stainless steel
• Steel, iron and heavy metals

Equipment and machinery experience

• Butt or seam resistance welding machine

Area of specialization

• Custom fabrication
• Structural construction
• Ornamental work
• Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves
• Face shield
• Welding helmet

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality
• Hardworking