Welder - Submarine Building

ZipRecruiter; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A fabrication company in Metro Vancouver seeks a skilled welder for various welding projects. The role involves manual and automated welding and requires at least two years of experience or an apprenticeship. You will be expected to operate welding equipment, read and interpret drawings, and communicate effectively with team members. This position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to safety in the workplace.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Capable of passing a 3G, 4G Aluminum weld test on 3/8 plate to AWS D1.2 standards.
• Knowledge of pipe welding of aluminum, stainless and copper nickel is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work safely in a welding environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual, semi-automatic, and automatic welding.
• Set up and operate semi-automatic or automatic weld equipment.
• Maintain quality standards in fabrication processes.

Skills

Welding skills

Ability to read drawings

Effective communication

Education

2 years of welding/fabrication experience or apprenticeship

Tools

Welding equipment

Oxygen/acetylene torch

Job description

Overview

Position: Welding/Fabrication

Position Summary

Responsible for fabrication welding requirements including manual, semi-automatic, automatic and all-position welding, including using oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Utilize knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity, and use oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat.
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches and weld symbols, set up and operate semi-automatic or automatic weld equipment.
• Assemble and tack parts as directed by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibility

None but will assist Supervisor to organize and direct crew as necessary.

Interpersonal Contacts

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.
• Ability to communicate with and instruct team members on the project.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Experience and ability to perform the above referenced essential functions and responsibilities.
• Sufficient knowledge in burning, welding, and operation of production machines and cranes.
• Knowledge of pipe welding of aluminum, stainless and copper nickel a plus.
• Knowledgeable in the operation of all fabrication/welding equipment.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum two years of welding/fabrication experience. Or apprentice program.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Capable of passing a 3G, 4G Aluminum weld test on 3/8 plate to AWS D1.2 weld standards.
• Able to consistently pass UT/RT/PT weld joints.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, carry 60 lbs., or maneuver objects; difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional workers.
• Must be able to lift 4 ft., 60 lb. spool of wire and load welding machine.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.
• Capable of working from ladders and scaffolding.

Work Environment

May be exposed to excessive noise, welding gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary.

Citizenship

Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth. Responsibility: We act on what we know is right. Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world. Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in.

At Vigor, our unions offer a generous benefits package that may include: Medical, RX, Dental, 401(k), Life, AD&D, Pension, EAP, PTO, Paid Holidays.

EEO Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to and by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to protected classes under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.