Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Organized

Type of Materials

Stainless steel; Magnesium alloys; Steel, iron and heavy metals

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; Overtime required

Work Site Environment Noisy; Odours; Dusty; Hot

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Gloves; Welding helmet

Work Setting Manufacture; Industrial

Welding Techniques

Tubular; Flux core arc welding (FCAW); Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW); Multipass; Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)

Weight Handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs); More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Area of Specialization Machinery or equipment repair; Custom fabrication

Additional Skills

Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes; Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications

Equipment and Machinery Experience Gas welding machine; Arc welding machine

Specific Skills

Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment; Interpret welding process specifications; Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC); Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Occupational Health and Safety Certificate; Forklift Operator Certification

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English