Welder-Assembler

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• In shop

Responsibilities

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 manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines
• Determine weldability of materials
• Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
• Start up, shut down, adjust and monitor robotic welding production line
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding, brazing and soldering equipment
• Train or arrange for training
• Set up machines and equipment
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Oversee safety of operations
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Plasma coatings
• Stainless steel

Welding techniques

• Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)
• Plasma arc welding (PAW)
• Welding plastic
• Laser

Area of specialization

• Custom fabrication
• Factory assembly

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Hardworking

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits