Class IT Apprentice Pressure Welder

Vitalis Extraction Technology•Kelowna, BC

13d•CA$25 - CA$35•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Class “IT” Apprentice Welder includes but is not limited to, production welding of pressure vessels and piping systems under the direct supervision of a certified Class A Pressure Welder. Responsibilities will include the use of various hand tools and equipment to aid in the fabrication of custom products from engineering drawings to produce pressure parts that meet code specifications in a high-paced production environment.

Requirements

Must hold a valid Class 'IT' Pressure Welder certificate of qualification (or equivalent apprentice registration) issued by the applicable provincial safety authority (e.g., Technical Safety BC)
Must have completed the Welder Foundation training program, or Hold a Welder C Certificate of Qualification issued by ITA (SkilledTradesBC)
Thorough knowledge of welding practices and techniques (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, MCAW)
Able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs
Must have Canadian citizenship or a Canadian work visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience with brazing of materials (copper, stainless) an asset
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, spool sheets, piping isometrics, GAs, etc.
Skills test to be completed

Responsibilities

Ability to perform all operations in the shop necessary to fabricate pressure vessels, pressure piping systems, skid frames and structural components (Carbon and Stainless Steels)
Use of engineering drawings, spool sheets, piping isometrics, etc., for laying out of the job, fit up and welding preparation of all components.
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, MCAW)
Prepare work pieces by cleaning, cutting, grinding and shaping metal using various tools and equipment
Utilize fabrication and assembly skills to set up components for welding by using various hand tools, clamps, jigs, fixtures, calipers, rulers and tape measures to ensure proper fit-up and alignment of components before welding
Inspect parts and materials for proper assembly and cosmetic defects before welding. Tag any non-conforming parts and inform QC.
Weld components using manual, semi-automatic and machine welding processes in various positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead)
Perform welding repair and maintenance to production-related equipment, machinery, and structures
Perform visual inspections of completed welds to ensure they meet code and project requirements to pass NDE tests.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and ensure equipment is kept in a condition that does not compromise safety
Cross-training in assembly.
Other duties as assigned.