Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description – Welder  

Northern Transformer Corporation is a North American manufacturer of liquid filled transformers of the highest quality and reliability serving the North American market since 1981. From custom specialty transformers to large utility substations, Northern Transformer designs, engineers and manufactures liquid filled transformers to fit all needs.  

Due to the growth of our business, we have an opening for a Welder to join our team.  

The Welder will read welding blueprints and drawing specifications, and fabricate tanks and boxes required to build transformers in compliance with CSA and CWS standards, using appropriate shop equipment. He/she will interact with co-workers and take direction from the shop Supervisor in completing assigned projects. 

Major Areas of Responsibility: 

• Read and interpret welding blueprints and drawing specifications. 

• Fabricate tanks and boxes using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) techniques. 

• Work independently with minimum technical direction and supervision. 

• Plan and implement solutions to mechanical problems with Supervisor’s help. 

• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications. 

• Pay mental and visual attention involving tolerances. 

• Handle medium to heavy materials intermittently. 

• Complete work within expected periods of time. 

• Minimize scrap and rework.