Rostel Industries, a division of Precision Drilling Canada Limited Partnership has an opening for a Journeyman Welder, eager to roll up their sleeves and contribute to a lively work environment. This position will work out of Precisions Manufacturing Shop in Southeast Calgary.
Combined with a competitive remuneration package, you will enjoy the advantages of:
An inclusive work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health, well-being, and family life!
Precision offers competitive time off packages as applicable.
Summary
The Journeyman Welder at Rostel is responsible for acting as the expert for fabricating, fitting, and repairing drilling rig components and mentoring welders completing their apprenticeship. The Journeyman Welder is expected to act as a liaison to the Lead Hand to ensure that all products and projects are produced and completed in a high-quality and efficient manner.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
Fabricating drilling rig components and equipment while maintaining quality and efficiency
Fitting and welding of structural components of a drilling rig
Repair/manufacture of drilling rigs/components by welding on extra layers
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), plasma arc welding (PAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), resistance welding and submerged arc welding (SAW), Metal Cored Arc Welding (MCAW)
Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
Operate brazing and soldering equipment
Operate metal shaping machines such as brakes, shears, and other metal straightening and bending machines
Complete proper project estimations and assist apprentices with pattern development
Assist with standard shop housekeeping and upkeep on an ad hoc basis
Must be willing to work in and participate in safety conscious environment
Must be motivated and have good communication skills
Candidate must have a positive attitude with the ability to work well with others and on their own
Produce quality products based on engineering drawings with minimal defects
Knowledge & Skills
Excellent attitude toward safety and demonstrated commitment to a safe work environment
Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as follow the direction of supervisors
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to train and mentor apprentices
Background in a service-oriented facility
Strong attention to detail
Have a solid understanding of OHS regulations, WHMIS, and the importance of PPE on the worksite
Education
A High School Education or GED equivalent is required
Completion of a three-year Welding apprenticeship program
Experience
Must hold Red Seal Journeyman Welding Certification
Completion of 54-month minimum on-site experience and 7,020 combined working hours
3+ years of experience in a fabrication capacity
B Pressure Ticket would be an asset
Experienced and competent with FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, fitting, all position welds
Experience with structural fabricating is an asset
Experience reading structural blueprints and welding symbols
Familiarity with industry codes (API, CWB, ASME, CSA)
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Oil and Gas
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