Welder Apprentice

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Nisku; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the cooling technology sector is looking for an Apprentice Welder to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for fabricating custom prototypes and production parts while working with advanced welding techniques in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a chance to develop your skills under the guidance of experienced professionals, ensuring that you meet customer specifications and safety standards. If you are passionate about welding and eager to learn, this opportunity will provide you with the foundation to advance your career in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• Registered apprentice welder in Alberta, enrolled in trade school.
• Valid welding certification in GMAW and SMAW, certified in all positions.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom prototypes and production parts from drawings.
• Operate welding equipment and perform technical inspections and repairs.
• Maintain accurate reports and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Interprovincial Red Seal

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Registered as an apprentice welder in Alberta

Enrolled in a recognized trade school

Tools

Welding Equipment

Metal Shaping Machines

Flame-Cutting Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership is a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls. Silent-Aire is a technology driven company that designs, engineers and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular data center solutions.

JOIN A GROWING INDUSTRY!

In the Edmonton region we have manufacturing facilities in Edmonton, Sherwood Park and Nisku.

We offer various shifts:

1. Rotating Day Shift (continental)
2. Monday to Thursday Nightshift
3. Weekend Nightshift (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)

Title: Apprentice Welder

Department: Welding

Reports To: Welding Supervisor

Overview

The Apprentice Welder is responsible for the fabrication of custom prototypes from supplied drawings, fabrication of custom jigs and fixtures to produce production parts that meet customer specifications, as well as the fabrication of metal structures using jigs and fixtures in a high paced production environment. This position will work with Supervisors and Lead Hands to ensure continuous improvements in work cells, hitting quotas, and welding according to pre-set parameters using MIG, ARC and TIG welding processes.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and review blueprints or welding process specifications; ensure drawings and specifications will function as designed in environment intended for use.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), plasma arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding, and submerged arc welding (SAW).
• Operate brazing, soldering, and manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment.
• Operate metal shaping machines such as brakes, shears, and other metal straightening and bending machines.
• Repair parts of metal products by welding on extra layers.
• Conduct technical inspections, repairs, modifications, and retrofits.
• Monitor parts usage and report on any material issues.
• Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.
• Keep detailed and accurate reports and documentation.
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code.
• Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Registered as an apprentice welder in Alberta and enrolled in a recognized trade school.
• Working towards Interprovincial Red Seal or CWB tickets.
• Valid welding certification, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), certified in all positions.
• Ability to work under the supervision of journeyman electricians, as part of a team, and independently in a busy environment.
• Experience with routine maintenance operations.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• 24/7 availability may be required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lb.
• Travel to off-site locations may be required.
• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
• Overtime as required.
• Hazards associated with the trade.
• Work both indoors and outdoors, occasionally at heights. May be exposed to construction sites.

Contacts

Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team, Journeyman Welder, and the Welding Supervisor.