Aerospace Welder – British Columbia

Heli Preflight; Delta; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Heli-One is seeking an experienced Aerospace Welder to operate welding equipment for the repair and fabrication of aircraft components at our Delta facility, with occasional assignments in Richmond.

The role requires GTAW/TIG proficiency, knowledge of AWS D17.1 & D17.2, and at least 1 year of aerospace welding experience. Candidates must have a welding certification and strong attention to drawings and specs.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be either Canadian Citizens or hold a Permanent Resident (PR) Card.
• Knowledge of AWS D17.1 and AWS D17.2.
• Proficient in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), specifically Tig welding.
• Min 1 year aerospace welding experience required.
• Must have welding certification.
• Proficient in resistance spot welding and micro spot welding techniques.
• Reading complex drawings to plan welding sequences and fabricate within tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced welding and brazing techniques to ensure repair, overhaul, and fabrication of critical aircraft components, engines, and structural parts.
• Manufacture tools and equipment to support operational requirements.
• Maintain adherence to OEM specs, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.
• Perform maintenance and housekeeping to keep a clean, safe work environment.
• International travel may be required.
• Remain flexible to undertake additional tasks as required.

Skills

GTAW welding

TIG welding

Reading drawings

Aerospace welding

Welding certification

Inspection & QA

Team player

Education

Welding fundamentals program (Level B & C)

ITA-recognized training or 10+ years GTAW experience

Tools

AWS D17.1 knowledge

AWS D17.2 knowledge

Welding shop equipment

Job description

Aerospace Welder in Delta, British Columbia | Careers at H1 River Road Delta

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:
Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
Integrity: Doing what’s right and fostering a culture of respect.
Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Role Summary

Heli-One is looking for an experienced Aerospace Welder who will be accountable for the effective operation welding equipment for the repair and manufacture of aircraft components, tools and equipment in accordance with relevant procedures and instructions. They will be based at our Delta facility but may be required to work in Richmond from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply advanced welding and brazing techniques, utilizing specialized equipment and tools, to ensure the repair, overhaul, and fabrication of critical aircraft components, engines, and structural parts.
• Manufacture tools and equipment to support operational requirements.
• Maintain strict adherence to OEM manual specifications, service bulletins, quality procedures, airworthiness directives, and company policies to ensure compliance and uphold safety standards.
• Performs maintenance and housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• International travel may be required.
• Remain flexible to undertake additional tasks as required.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

• Applicants must be either Canadian Citizens or hold a Permanent Resident (PR) Card.
• Knowledge of AWS D17.1 and AWS D17.2.
• Proficient in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), specifically Tig welding.
• Min 1 year aerospace welding experience required.
• Must have welding certification.
• Proficient in resistance spot welding and micro spot welding techniques.
• Reading complex drawings to plan welding sequences and fabricate within tight tolerances.
• Completed a welding fundamentals program (Level B and Level C) at an approved technical college recognized by the Industry Trade Association (ITA) or 10 plus years GTAW experience.
• Able to interpret engineering specifications, manuals, drawings and process documentation.
• Able to maintain a Welding Shop Certification Authority including scope for the applicable material groups.
• Pass a visual acuity exam with corrected vision of 20/20 or better (e.g., with glasses or contacts) to meet the role’s visual standards.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in the English Language (in both verbal and written forms).
• Self-motivated and results oriented with a focus on quality.
• Ability to work in a rapidly evolving and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated team player with excellent interpersonal skills.