Welder - Journeyman or Experienced

Kleysen Group Ltd. • Winnipeg, MB

18h • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to add a Welder to our Fleet Repair and Maintenance team in Winnipeg, MB. As part of our experienced and cohesive team, the Welder is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs to our fleet equipment as well as some fabrication project work. Job skills include SMAW, GMAW (steel) GMAW (aluminum) in the repair and modification of heavy trailing equipment and the fabrication of assemblies required for use with this equipment. Trailing equipment to be repaired and modified will include: flat deck trailers, intermodal containers, end dump and pneumatic tank trailers. Some mechanical disassembly and reassembly of the equipment may be required in order to perform the required welding and maintenance repairs. More information, including a full job description will be discussed and shared with qualified candidates during the interview. We offer a safe and respectful work environment where you can build your career while applying your skills to a variety of technical tasks. The full-time, permanent shift offers 40 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Requirements

• SMAW, GMAW (steel) GMAW (aluminum) welding skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Physically fit (able to lift approx. 50 lbs., kneeling and crouching for extended periods of time)
• Must have own tools and safety boots
• Demonstrated safety knowledge
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Reliable transportation (facility is outside of public transport routes)
• Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman Welder certification
• Apprentice welder with experience and willingness to complete certification
• At least 2 years’ experience working on tractors/trailers
• Experience working in a shop environment

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance and repairs to fleet equipment
• Fabrication project work
• Repair and modification of heavy trailing equipment
• Fabrication of assemblies required for use with heavy trailing equipment
• Mechanical disassembly and reassembly of equipment as needed for welding and maintenance repairs

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• Educational Assistance for Trade Training
• Boot & tool Allowance
• Health, Vision & Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Retirement packages including Employer Matched Pension Plan, RRSP & stock option
• Profit Share Program
• Social Club

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED