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Experienced welder needed for long term employment. Applicant must be familiar with shop and field welding, MIG, TIG and SMAW processes, fabrication experience and must be able to manage independently. Competitive wage based on experience/journey person level. Journey person ticket not required but preferred. Experience in lieu of ticket will be considered. Fully outfitted welding truck will be provided and fuelled. Must have a valid driver's licence and be willing to travel as IPS projects cover Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Medical and dental benefits coverage after probation period.
We thank all applicants however only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Area Of Specialization
- Structural construction
- Machinery or equipment repair
- Custom fabrication
- Cast iron and other metals
- Auto repair
- Truck repair
Type of Establishment/Work Setting Experience
- Residential
- Commercial
Weight Handling
- More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Welding Techniques/Processes
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Welder Trade Certification
- Not required
- Welder Red Seal Endorsement
Additional Skills
- Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
Welding Positions
- All positions
Specific Skills
- Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
- Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment
- Interpret welding process specifications
- Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal
- Determine weldability of materials
- Perform post welding heat treatment
- 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
Work Location Information
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Physically demanding
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Main Work Area
- New fabrication
- Maintenance/repair
- Construction
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors