Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

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Commercial Residential

Tasks

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Interpret welding process specifications Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines 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

Type of materials

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

Equipment and machinery experience

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Arc welding machine Gas welding machine Spot welding machine

Area of specialization

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Custom fabrication Cast iron and other metals Ornamental work Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Tools Steel-toed safety boots Hard hat Safety glasses/goggles Gloves Face shield Welding helmet

Personal suitability

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Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Organized Team player Punctuality * Hardworking