Personal Suitability

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

Type of Materials

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Standing for extended periods; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Confined spaces; Outdoors; At heights; Dusty

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

Security and Safety Drug test

Welding Techniques

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

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Area of Specialization

Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings; Custom fabrication; Structural construction

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 5 years or more

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

3rd Period Apprentice; Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; Occupational Health and Safety Certificate; Confined Space Entry Training; Welder Trade Red Seal Certificate; Fall Arrest Protection Training Course; Aerial lift and aerial work platform Certification

Education

Other trades certificate or diplomaor equivalent experience

Languages English