Welder, Red Seal - Woodside, Local 73

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a Welder Journeyperson for our Woodside local 73 location.

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Work in a construction, maintenance/repair, new fabrication environment
• Perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in all positions
• Perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in all positions
• Select the proper weld filler material
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Operate air arc cutting equipment (carbon arc cutting)
• Set-up Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment for welding
• Lift, move, or position equipment at work sites
• Work in a shipbuilding and repair, steel industry environment
   

Physical effort and work conditions:

• Candidates will be required to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
• Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb
• Work in confined spaces, inclement weather
• Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate 
• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors 
• You will frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
• Occasionally, you may be required to lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds

• Education Required: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational and Welder Trade Certification (4 Positions SMAW [current ticket], 4 Positions FCAW [current ticket], WHMIS Certificate)
• Years of Experience Required: 5-8+ years
• You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job
• A pre-employment physical is required
• A background check will be performed by the Company

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).