------------- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Work setting
---------------- Commercial
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
Determine weldability of materials
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
Area of specialization
-------------------------- Truck repair
Machinery or equipment repair
Pressure vessels
Cast iron and other metals
Transportation/travel information
------------------------------------- Own transportation
Willing to travel
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
--------------------------------------------- Fast-paced environment
Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Standing for extended periods