Welder

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Industrial

Tasks

• Interpret welding process specifications
• Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
• Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

Type of materials

• Steel, iron and heavy metals

Welding techniques

• Flux core arc welding (FCAW)

Equipment and machinery experience

• Arc welding machine
• Butt or seam resistance welding machine
• Gas welding machine
• Soldering machine
• Spot welding machine

Area of specialization

• Custom fabrication
• Structural construction
• Factory assembly

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift

Experience

• 5 years or more

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program