Welding Associate-Examiner

SGS; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, hiring for a welding inspector role in Canada. You will support construction projects for oil and gas infrastructure, perform welder qualification tests, interpret codes, monitor welding parameters and document procedures under supervision, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The position requires a high school diploma, 1–3 years' experience, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduate required.
• CSA W178.2 Level 1 welding inspector certification required.
• ABSA welding examiner certification required.
• CSA W178.2 Level 2 or 3 welding inspector certification is an asset (not required).

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers, technologists and trades people to help our clients succeed in the construction of critical oil and gas infrastructure projects.
• Conduct welder performance qualification testing under the supervision of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Assist with interpreting regulatory and statutory requirements, codes and customer specifications relating to fabrication, welding and materials.
• Monitor welding parameters, and write procedure qualification records and welding procedure specifications under the direction of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Prepare in-house work orders that communicate testing requirements to other departments and maintain traceability of samples and associated documentation under the direction of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Assist with interpreting laboratory test report results under the direction of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Assist clients with the implementation welding processes and technologies.
• Perform routine maintenance on various welding machines and general shop upkeep.
• Perform welding and torch cutting as directed by the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Keep a clean working environment.
• Work in compliance with safety regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement and cost reduction efforts.
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

Education

High School diploma

CSA W178.2 Level 1 welding inspector certification

ABSA welding examiner certification

CSA W178.2 Level 2 or 3 welding inspector certification (asset)

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• Work with engineers, technologists and trades people to help our clients succeed in the construction of critical oil and gas infrastructure projects.
• Conduct welder performance qualification testing under the supervision of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Assist with interpreting regulatory and statutory requirements, codes and customer specifications relating to fabrication, welding and materials.
• Monitor welding parameters, and write procedure qualification records and welding procedure specifications under the direction of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Prepare in-house work orders that communicate testing requirements to other departments and maintain traceability of samples and associated documentation under the direction of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Assist with interpreting laboratory test report results under the direction of the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Assist clients with the implementation welding processes and technologies.
• Perform routine maintenance on various welding machines and general shop upkeep.
• Perform welding and torch cutting as directed by the Welding Services Supervisor.
• Keep a clean working environment.
• Work in compliance with safety regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement and cost reduction efforts.
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduate required
• Experience - 1-3 years
• Valid CSA W178.2 Level 1 welding inspector certification is required.
• Valid CSA W178.2 Level 2 or 3 welding inspector certification is an asset (not required).
• ABSA welding examiner certification is required.
• Journeyman Welder or ABSA Grade B Pressure Welder Certification is an asset (not required).
• Eligibility for T.T., C.Tech. or C.E.T. professional designation with ASET is an asset (not required).

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

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