Welder

Overview:-

Languages

English

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Responsibilities:-

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

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines

Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal

Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC)

Determine weldability of materials

Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

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

Start up, shut down, adjust and monitor robotic welding production line

Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment

Experience and specialization:-

Type of materials:

Aluminum alloys

Steel, iron and heavy metals

Additional information

Security and safety

Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment

Repetitive tasks

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Hand-eye co-ordination

Sitting

Standing for extended periods

Overtime required

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability:

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Punctuality

Hardworking

Resourcefulness