Certified Welder

Canfor; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sawmill industry is seeking a Certified Welder to join their team in Whitecourt, AB. This role involves hands-on challenges with structural welding and metal fabricating in a safe and innovative environment. Ideal for candidates with strong experience in heavy industry, the position offers a competitive salary and a $5,000 relocation bonus for eligible applicants.

Benefits

Relocation bonus

Qualifications

• Experienced in heavy industry and pressure welding.
• Knowledgeable in welding and cutting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Weld and repair structural components of sawmill machinery.
• Perform maintenance welding to address equipment wear and tear.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings for precision.

Skills

Structural Welding

Metal Fabricating

Safety Compliance

Education

Red seal or Interprovincial TQ

Job description

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Posting ID: 28404

Position Type: Regular

City: Whitecourt,AB, Canada

Location: Whitecourt

You enjoy hands-on challenges, where you can focus in on a particular task, to get the job done and keep our equipment running!

We're seeking a Certified Welder for our Whitecourt, AB, Sawmill, where you can put yourRed Seal ticket to work as you’ll bring your knowledge of Metal Fabricating and a couple years of experience in heavy industry or structural welding to safely maximize uptime, quality and production of our mill.

We’re innovators, and that’s why we need people like you to make a difference, and work alongside the best and brightest in the business. It’s time to grow your career. What are you waiting for?

As a Certified Welder, your responsibilities will include:

• Weld and repair structural components of sawmill machinery, including frames, supports, and other metal structures.
• Perform maintenance welding to address wear and tear, ensuring the continued safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Use welding and cutting equipment to fabricate metal components or parts as needed for sawmill machinery or other equipment.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to create accurate and precise metal structures.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines when performing welding tasks in the sawmill environment.
• Ensure that welding activities comply with industry safety standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and operations personnel to assess the welding needs of the sawmill.
• Inspect, conduct tests and measurements to welded surfaces, structures, and components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications related to integrity and strength of welds.

For this role, we are looking for candidates who have:

• Red seal or Interprovincial TQ
• Solid background in heavy industry and in pressure and/or structural welding

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

Moving from outside of Alberta? You may be eligible for a $5,000 bonus from the government of Alberta!