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Welder's helper / apprentice for mig welding,
helping welder for pressure pipe welding, pipeline
welding and structural welding. Other duties
include but are not limited to: shop and equipment
maintenance, fiberglass pipe fabrication, repair
work, etc.
Must have valid drivers license and transportation
to work. Transportation to various job sites will
be provided. Safety certificates an asset, but
not
necessary at first. Wages depend on experience
and qualifications. *Note* Due to the housing shortage in the Kindersley area, preference will be given to local area applicants. Thank you for your interest in our job listing.
Interested applicants can apply by fax to 306-463-
6945 or e-mail to kf57@sasktel.net
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Area Of Specialization
- Structural construction
- Pressure vessels
- Machinery or equipment repair
- Large diameter pipelines
- Custom fabrication
- Cast iron and other metals
- Truck repair
Materials
- Aluminum alloys
- Steel, iron and heavy metals
Type of Establishment/Work Setting Experience
- Industrial
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Type of Machine Experience
- Arc welding machines
Welding Techniques/Processes
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) (MIG)
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Additional Skills
- Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
- Make shop sketches
- Layout patterns
- Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
Welding Positions
- All positions
Specific Skills
- Select filler rods
- Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
- Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
- Operate drill presses
- Interpret welding process specifications
- Determine weldability of materials
- Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC)
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Repetitive tasks
- Physically demanding
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Standing for extended periods
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Gloves
Main Work Area
- New fabrication
- Maintenance/repair
- Construction
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors
- At heights