Welder

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Fit and weld suspensions, fit and weld aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, fabricate body components using SMAW, GMAW and GTAW in all positions.
• Preference given to those with B620 Experience.
• Inspect tanks and tank trailer systems and components to diagnose and isolate repairs required: B620, other provincial and federal standards as necessary.
• Adjust, weld, repair or replace parts and components of truck trailer systems including trailer frames, trailer bodies, trailer suspension and parts, using welding equipment, hand tools and other specialized repair equipment.
• Test, adjust and inspect repaired systems to manufacturer's performance specifications.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service.
• Duties may be performed in a confined space, which involves climbing ladders and working above the ground.
• Work involves a wide variety of positions.
• The use of various hand tools, machinery and equipment will be required to manufacture metal products.
• The ability to scan in and out of work orders is a must.
• Read and understand production drawings, blueprints, work orders and other written instructions.
• Advise supervisors on work performed, general trailer condition and future repair requirements.
• If qualified,
• One year of experience in aluminum welding preferred.
• Work with Supervisors and Lead Hands to ensure continuous improvements in work cells, hitting quotas, welding according to pre-set parameters using MIG, ARC and TIG welding processes.
• Help out in all areas of the repair shop, technicians, welders and parts.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Welding - SMAW, GMAW and GTAW, all positions.
• B620 experience preferred. Mechanically inclined.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to speak, understand, and write English competently.
• Air and electrical experience is an asset.
• Experience in Tank Trailer Service an asset.