Apprentice Welder

ROLE
The Apprentice Welder is responsible for providing assistance to the Journeyman Welders and Fitters while learning the trade by performing duties such as supplying or holding materials for fitting, operating pipe beveling equipment, cleaning and prepping fittings to be welded, organizing fittings per drawings, tracking heat numbers, and other information required on isometrics.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with welding operations.
• Operate small power tools for the preparation of material.
• Set up work as required.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Assist fitters in tacking spools for welding.
• Assist in spool setup in positioners for welding.
• Cut pipe with oxy/acet bevelers to required sizes as per cut sheets.
• Participate in safety and company programs to promote a safe and efficient work environment.

Note: In addition to these duties personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications

• Must be registered in the Alberta apprenticeship scheme.
• WHMIS and First Aid training are an asset.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment functional assessment.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Experience

• 1 year of experience in a construction, agricultural, maintenance or manufacturing position preferred.
• Spool fabrication shop experience is preferred.
• 1 year experience in a fabrication and welding environment preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to read and interpret drawings is an asset.
• Ability to concentrate on detailed work.
• Good vision and hand-eye coordination.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and safely in a fast-paced shop environment.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is based at our Spruce Grove fabrication shop. Must be able to work 5 – 6 days/week, 10 hours/day.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Apprentice Welder reports to the Shop Supervisor.

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.