TIG (tungsten inert gas) welder

• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Industrial
• Urban area

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 hoisting and lifting equipment
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment

Type of materials

• Composite materials
• Copper and copper alloys
• Stainless steel
• Steel, iron and heavy metals

Welding techniques

• Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
• Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)

Equipment and machinery experience

• Gas welding machine
• Spot welding machine

Area of specialization

• Cast iron and other metals
• Process piping

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality
• Hardworking

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week