3rd Year Apprentice or Journeyperson Welder

Waiward

Edmonton, AB
Permanent
Full-time

12 days ago

Overview:Location: Edmonton, AlbertaPosition: Permanent / Full TimePositions Available: Night Shift - 2Waiward Industrial LP is a unionized shop offering the highest paid wages in the industry! We offer great benefits, RRSP's, annual boot allowance & safety glass coverage, $3 per hour for Night Shift Differential as well as the opportunity for long-term employment.Waiward is a respected construction and maintenance service provider that operates one of Canada’s largest fabrication shops based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Our mission is To Be Your Trusted Partner which ensures we act with integrity in all that we do. Through planned growth and development, we have kept our commitment to provide our customers with an unsurpassed level of service. Waiward’s historical and future success is grounded in our collective commitment to our core values.At Waiward, we believe a diverse and inclusive workplace is the key to unlocking the full potential of our people. It is essential to build a team that represents the communities and clients we are serving. We attract, hire, and develop people of all backgrounds and ensure fairness and inclusion within our hiring processes. We believe in investing in people based on their expertise, capabilities, aspirations, and performance despite their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, and beliefs.As a leader in our industry, we believe diversity and inclusion strengthen our team and are committed to making sustainable progress in our company and the communities and clients we serve. With the support of our leadership team and peers, our people are encouraged to share their perspectives.Job PurposeThe Welder is responsible for fusing metal components and other metal parts together for construction and/or fabrication. Responsibilities:

Displays a commitment to Waiward’s incident-free vision, values, and culture.
Read blueprints and specifications.
Fuse metal components using the SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW process.
Grind, stamp, cut and drill material.
Operate tools and equipment including overhead cranes, oxy-acetylene torches, gouging equipment and sub arc welding machines.
Demonstrate a willingness to learn and ask questions.
Consistently complete tasks with minimal errors, rejections and NCR’s.
Ensure that all non-conformances are reported and that the shop, where applicable, maintains the integrity of the company’s ISO-9001 registration.
Attend daily toolbox meetings.
Complete housekeeping tasks.
Follow work schedules.
Read, understand and comply with all established procedures including Waiward’s safety policies and rules, safe work practices, procedures for machinery and equipment and complete any documentation as required.
Take reasonable care and cooperate with the employer to protect the health and safety of themselves and their co-workers.
Participate in the HSE Safety Incentive Program by completing an SI card on a weekly basis.
Adhere to all Company PPE standards, ensuring appropriate personal protective equipment is worn at all times.
Report personal injuries, no matter how minor, and obtain medical attention as required.
Willing to work overtime when needed.
May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must be a Registered 3rd Year Apprentice or an Alberta-Certified Journeyperson that holds a valid recognized credential, or possess the skills and knowledge expected of a Journeyperson.
CWB Welding Qualification Certification’s (SMAW/FCAW/GMAW).
Demonstrates a solid understanding of reading blueprints both in metric and imperial.
Basic and Advanced Rigging Course is an asset.
FLHA Training is an asset.
Certified Overhead Crane Certification is an asset (can be internally delivered).
Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
Respirator Mask Fit Testing Required.
WHMIS.

Working ConditionsThe incumbent is required to work in the fabrication shop with moderate noise and numerous hazardous fumes.Physical RequirementsThe incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: viewing weld specifications for extended periods of time; and extensive reading. The incumbent is also required to stand and sit for extended periods of time and will require good physical attributes for walking on uneven ground, climbing, confined space entry, limited lifting, and sitting.*Waiward is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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