Welder

Kibbi Technologies Inc.

Dartmouth

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation provided

Free parking available

Job summary

Kibbi Technologies Inc. in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, invites applications for a welder to join our manufacturing team. You will interpret welding specifications, operate manual/semi-automatic and automated welding equipment, and read blueprints to ensure weld quality.

The position requires a Red Seal certificate or equivalent, Secondary education, and 3–5 years of welding experience. Work is performed in a factory environment with access to staff accommodation and on-site parking.

Qualifications

Secondary school graduation certificate or equivalent required.
Welder trade Red Seal certificate or equivalent credential is required.
3–5 years of welding experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Interpret welding process specifications from blueprints and manuals.
Operate manual or semi-automatic and fully automated welding equipment.
Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings, specifications, and processes.
Examine welds to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
Operate flame-cutting equipment and metal shaping machines as needed.
Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal, and use welding methods SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW.
Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment, hoisting and lifting equipment.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Welder Trade Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Arc welding machine

Gas welding machine

Job description

Job Details

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 to 45 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
or equivalent experience

Work Site Environment

At heights
Cold/refrigerated
Confined spaces
Dusty
Hot
Noisy
Dirty

Work Setting

Staff accommodation provided
Manufacture
Urban area

Tasks

Interpret welding process specifications
Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines
Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal
Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment (arc-air), (AOC)
Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

Welder Trade Red Seal Certificate

Type of Materials

Aluminum alloys
Composite materials
Magnesium alloys
Non-ferrous materials
Non-metallic materials
Stainless steel
Steel, iron and heavy metals

Welding Techniques

Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
Flux core arc welding (FCAW)
Submerged arc welding (SAW)
Robotic equipment and systems

Equipment and Machinery Experience

Arc welding machine
Gas welding machine

Area of Specialization

Custom fabrication
Structural construction
Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Standing for extended periods

Weight Handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own Tools/EQUIPMENT

Tools
Steel-toed safety boots
Hard hat
Safety glasses/goggles
Gloves
Mask
Face shield
Welding helmet

Personal Suitability

Flexibility
Team player
Punctuality
Hardworking

Screening Questions

Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

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