Steel Fabricator/Pipe Welder

ICONIX Waterworks•Langley, BC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Fit and weld pipe and fittings. Read and interpret blueprints/drawings for welding process specifications. Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene equipment. Operate flame-cutting and plasma cutting equipment. Ensure that safe work practices are maintained. Assist in development of estimates and time allotted. Conduct inspections, repairs, modifications and retrofits. Monitor standard parts usage and report to the Welder Supervisor on any material issues. Provide daily updates to the Welder Supervisor on job progression and tracking.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in the steel fabrication industry, particularly pipe fitting.
Extensive experience with Stainless Steel and Aluminum
Proficient with Victaulic grooving machine and Ridgid Beveller considered an asset
Rigging/overhead crane certification preferred but will train/certify
Citation in Welding Level ‘B’ with Red Seal Certification required
Skilled in operating mechanical equipment.
Competent in safe work practices while operating while operating various machines and tools
The ability to produce "X-ray" quality welds on demand
Valid welding certification with CWB W47.1, W47.2 in GMAW, FCAW, or GTAW preferred
Valid class 5 driver’s license
Ability to work independently in a busy shop environment
Ability to kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach above and below waist
Physical ability to lift UP to 50lbs
Must have all applicable safety equipment such as welding helmet, etc.
Forklift experience (certification is an asset)
Basic computer knowledge is required
Organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
Commitment to detail and accuracy
Outstanding team player
A high level of ownership, accountability and initiative
Good workmanship
Strong work ethic
Strong sense of time management and urgency
Brings a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
A strong commitment to health and safety

Nice To Haves

Proficient with Victaulic grooving machine and Ridgid Beveller considered an asset
Rigging/overhead crane certification preferred but will train/certify
Forklift experience (certification is an asset)

Responsibilities

Fit and weld pipe and fittings.
Read and interpret blueprints/drawings for welding process specifications.
Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene equipment.
Operate flame-cutting and plasma cutting equipment.
Ensure that safe work practices are maintained.
Assist in development of estimates and time allotted.
Conduct inspections, repairs, modifications and retrofits.
Monitor standard parts usage and report to the Welder Supervisor on any material issues.
Provide daily updates to the Welder Supervisor on job progression and tracking.