welder

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Pressure Welding Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Welder Trade Red Seal Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course
• Forklift Operator Certification

Apprenticeship training

• Pre-apprenticeship training
• Level one apprenticeship training
• Level two apprenticeship training
• Level three apprenticeship training
• Level five apprenticeship training

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Non-ferrous materials
• Stainless steel

Welding techniques

• Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
• Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
• Flux core arc welding (FCAW)

Equipment and machinery experience

• Arc welding machine
• Gas welding machine
• Spot welding machine

Area of specialization

• Custom fabrication
• Machinery or equipment repair
• Structural construction
• Factory assembly
• Ornamental work
• Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Safety harness
• Welding helmet

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality
• Hardworking
• Resourcefulness

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available