• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

Outdoors Dusty Hot Noisy Odours

Work setting

Various locations Industrial Manufacture Residential

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 manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal Operate hoisting and lifting equipment Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment Train or assist in the training of other workers

Type of materials

Steel, iron and heavy metals

Welding techniques

Resistance, spot or seam Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG) Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) Stud Brazing and soldering Laser

Equipment and machinery experience

Arc welding machine Brazing machine Gas welding machine Soldering machine Spot welding machine

Area of specialization

Structural construction Cast iron and other metals Ornamental work Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

Willing to travel Travel expenses paid by employer

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

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots Hard hat Safety glasses/goggles Face shield

Personal suitability

Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Organized Team player