Journeyperson Welder

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Responsible for performing welding and grinding functions per job specifications. Selects equipment and plans layout and assembly of welding. Works closely and interacts with supervision. Works with precise limits and standards of accuracy. Able to weld in all positions – horizontal, vertical, flat, and overhead.

This position will be used to fill a vacancy at our shop in Leduc, AB.

• Schedule is 5 days on, 2 days off (Monday through Friday); 10 hr. days.
• Start date is immediate.
• Wage is $40/hr.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Receives and understands instructions and prints regarding work assignment in field.
• Performs work requiring knowledge of the welding properties of various types of metals, welding rods, welding heat, stress relief, allowances for fit-up and machining, and the effect of shrinkage, warpage, and expansion.
• Interprets drawings and sketches; plans details of working procedure; and decides on tools and materials needed.
• Sets up, assembles, cleans, and prepares items to be welded.
• Performs welding in all positions. Makes any type and size of weld.
• Fitting flat, bottom steel sheets for proper welding application
• Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut materials to size and shape.
• Cleans and chips or grinds parts and welds.
• Weld tacking horizontal and vertical seams
• Cleans up material and debris after completing each job.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Loading and offloading field equipment and material shipments from trucks
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be able to pass test- 2G, 3G, 4G in both SMAW & FCAW processes.
• Must maintain a 95-100% pass rate on weld X-ray/visual exams.
• Must be able to read prints and written instructions as well as follow verbal directions required to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Follow welding procedure specifications when welding.
• Must have a positive outlook; willing to work as a team and independently
• Must possess hard work ethic and willingness to learn new things
  
  

Qualifications

• Tank Building and/or Repair experience, preferred.
• CSTS 09/20 and WHMIS are required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Work will include pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, such as raw or fabricated material, equipment, or tools.
• Heavy lifting will often be required to perform tasks.
• Must be able to kneel, squat, and climb.
• Work will include frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and stooping and occasional climbing onto equipment and/or trailers.
• Work involves standing and/or walking for extended periods of time, up to a maximum of 8 hours per day.
  
  

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.