About the job
Employer
Spindle Factory
Languages
English
Education
Registered Apprenticeship certificate
Work setting
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Residential
Tasks
- Interpret welding process specifications
- Operate manual or semi-automatic, fully automated welding equipment
- Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes
- Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications
- Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
- Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal
- Determine weldability of materials
- Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
- Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
Apprenticeship training
- Level one apprenticeship training
- Level two apprenticeship training
- Level three apprenticeship training
Type of materials
Aluminum alloys
Welding techniques
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
Equipment and machinery experience
- Arc welding machine
- Gas welding machine
Area of specialization
- Custom fabrication
- Ornamental work
- Fencing, balconies, stairs and railings
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Safety glasses/goggles
- Welding helmet
Personal suitability
- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
- Team player
- Punctuality
- Hardworking
Screening questions
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Employment terms options
Day
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan