Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Organized

Type of Materials

Stainless steel; Aluminum alloys; Non-ferrous materials; Steel, iron and heavy metals

Work Location Information Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Sitting; Standing for extended periods; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information Public transportation is available

Work Site Environment Confined spaces; Noisy; Odours; Dusty; Hot

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Safety glasses/goggles; Safety harness; Gloves; Mask

Security and Safety Basic security clearance

Work Setting Manufacture; Industrial

Welding Techniques

MIG; Fusion welds; Electrogas; Flux core arc welding (FCAW); Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW); Stud; Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)

Weight Handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Area of Specialization

Welding; Machinery or equipment repair; Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings; Factory assembly; Custom fabrication; Cast iron and other metals; Auto repair; Truck repair; 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 Soldering machine; Arc welding machine

Specific Skills

Start up, shut down, adjust and monitor robotic welding production line; Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment; Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines; Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment; Interpret welding process specifications; Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal; Determine weldability of materials; Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products; Operate previously set-up brazing or soldering machines to bond metal or to fill holes, indentations and seams of metal; Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsor equivalent experience

Languages English