Welder, Journeyperson- HSL, Local 1
J.D. Irving
- Halifax, NS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Education Required: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational and Welder Trade Certification (4 Positions SMAW [current ticket], 4 Positions FCAW [current ticket], WHMIS Certificate)
- Years of Experience Required: 5-8+ years
- You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job
- A pre-employment physical is required
- A background check will be performed by the Company
- Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
- Work in a construction, maintenance/repair, new fabrication environment
- Perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in all positions
- Perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in all positions
- Select the proper weld filler material
- Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
- Operate air arc cutting equipment (carbon arc cutting)
- Set-up Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment for welding
- Lift, move, or position equipment at work sites
- Work in a shipbuilding and repair, steel industry environment
- Candidates will be required to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
- Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb
- Work in confined spaces, inclement weather
- Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate
- Work may be performed indoors and outdoors
- You will frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
- Occasionally, you may be required to lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds
- A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan;
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs;
- RRSP matching program;
- Health & Wellness reimbursements;
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development;
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies;
- Relocation costs
- Posting Date: Mar 27, 2024