Required Competencies, All Welders should have:

• Skills and experience in welding:
  • Gas Tungsten arc (TIG) welding
  • Gas metal arc (MIG) welding
  • Oxy-acetylene (OAW) welding and brazing
• Experience with measuring and cutting to size.
• Experience with measuring and fitting components to desired dimensions.
• Ability to read drawings and use of measuring tools
• Basic understanding of metallurgy.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record.

Daily Activities, the Welder will:

• Receive direction from the Shop manger about jobs that require completion and about job sequencing and priorities
• Assess existing equipment to identify the need for repairs, rebuilding, resurfacing and refurbishing
• Ensure that work that is not up to standards does not leave the shop and that all relevant issues are addressed
• Maintain shop equipment.
• Inform the Shop Manager of any jobs that require extra time or resources.
• Ensure that all daily reports, checklists, inspections, Hazard Observations, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), First Aid Records and Spill reports are properly completed and submitted.
• Participate in shop cleaning duties.
• Collaborate with and support other team members.
• Maintain a safe workplace and must participate in safety training and practice.
• Contribute to a culture of safety awareness.

Physical Requirements

• The job requires strenuous activities including walking, bending, climbing and being able to lift.
• Must be mentally alert at all times