Welder - Journeyperson

Select Source International; Nisku; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Source International in Nisku, Alberta, is seeking a Journeyperson Welder for a 6+ month contract. You will fabricate prototypes from drawings, assemble jigs, and weld production parts using MIG, ARC, and TIG in a high-paced shop, ensuring parts meet customer specs.

Shift hours run from 6 am to 6 pm, with nights Mon-Thu 6:00 pm to 5:30 am; travel to off-site locations may be required; Alberta Journeyperson certification is required, with Red Seal or CWB eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold Alberta Journeyperson welder certification.
• Red Seal or CWB tickets preferred, current or in progress.
• Welding proficiency across GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, PAW, OAW and SAW.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and review blueprints or welding process specs.
• Operate welding equipment to fuse metal using GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, PAW, SMAW, OAW, SAW.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

Licensed Journeyperson Welder - Alberta

Interprovincial Red Seal / CWB in progress

Tools

GTAW (TIG)

GMAW (MIG)

FCAW

PAW

SMAW

OAW (Oxy-Acetylene)

Resistance welding

SAW

Plasma arc welding

Job description

Location: Nisku, Alberta, CAN, T9E 8J8
Duration: 6+ Months with potential to extend

Job Title: Journeyperson Welder
Location: Nisku, Alberta, CAN, T9E 8J8
Duration: 6+ Months with potential to extend
Pay range: $40 - $43/Hourly on T4

Overview

The Journeyperson 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 re-set parameters using MIG, ARC, and TIG welding processes.
Days depend upon which shift, but hours are 6 am to 6 pm. o Nights which is Monday Thursday 6:00 pm to 5:30 am

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.
• Assist in training, directing, and supervision of junior employees and apprentices, inspecting and certifying their work.
• Performs 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

• Licensed Journeyperson Welder in Alberta.
• 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.
• Experience with routine maintenance operations.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.

Working Conditions

• Must have the physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs.
• 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.