Spooling Welders & Bench Fitters
Company
Bidell Gas Compression
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Bidell Gas Compression
For over 30 years Bidell Gas Compression has been a North American leader in rotating equipment, including gas compression, power generation and pumps.
Our mission is to exceed customer expectations through our superior sales, applications, engineering, fabrication, product support and our dedicated Bidell team.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re currently seeking Spooling Welders & Bench Fitters for our Night Shift (Mon-Thurs- 4:30pm-2:30am)
QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge of all quality requirements in accordance with ASME and API policy standards.
• Ability to use hand tools and applicable shop machines safely and correctly.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols.
• Ability to use basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry to calculate angles and component layout techniques.
• Able to determine appropriate welding equipment or method to use based on job requirements.
• Ability to understand manufacturing sequence in a spooling fabrication shop.
• Must be trained to safely operate an overhead crane.
• Proficient in using a variety of welding equipment and proper procedures (MIG,TIG, etc.).
• Experienced in using electrical or manual tools (saws, square, calibers, etc.).
• Proficient in a variety of welding processes i.e., SMAW, GMAW, FCAW.
• Experienced in using electrical or manual tools (saws, square, grinders, etc.).
• Must use provided PPE (face-shield, gloves, etc.) to perform job in accordance with safety standards.
• Professional Certification in AWS welding preferred.
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances and in small areas with many moving pieces/parts.
• Prefer candidates to have 3-5 years of welding and/or bench fitting experience, or a journeymen certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work in a group/team environment as well as independently.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required.
WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive health benefit plan
• Employee savings plan
• Safety boot allowance
• A standard work week is 40 hours + overtime
• An opportunity to be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, highly technical and skilled team.
• A stimulating, fast paced and challenging work environment.
For further details on the opportunity to be an integral part of an entrepreneurial and skilled team, apply online, or send/ drop off your resume to
Bidell Gas Compression
Attention: Human Resources
6900-112th Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta, T2C 4Z1
Fax: (403) 236-0345
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected to interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates will be required to take and pass a medical and drug test before employment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Experience:
• welding and/or bench fitting: 3 years (preferred)
• gas compression industry: 2 years (preferred)
Location:
• Calgary, AB T2C 4Z1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
For over 30 years Bidell Gas Compression has been a North American leader in rotating equipment, including gas compression, power generation and pumps.
Our mission is to exceed customer expectations through our superior sales, applications, engineering, fabrication, product support and our dedicated Bidell team.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re currently seeking Spooling Welders & Bench Fitters for our Night Shift (Mon-Thurs- 4:30pm-2:30am)
QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge of all quality requirements in accordance with ASME and API policy standards.
• Ability to use hand tools and applicable shop machines safely and correctly.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols.
• Ability to use basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry to calculate angles and component layout techniques.
• Able to determine appropriate welding equipment or method to use based on job requirements.
• Ability to understand manufacturing sequence in a spooling fabrication shop.
• Must be trained to safely operate an overhead crane.
• Proficient in using a variety of welding equipment and proper procedures (MIG,TIG, etc.).
• Experienced in using electrical or manual tools (saws, square, calibers, etc.).
• Proficient in a variety of welding processes i.e., SMAW, GMAW, FCAW.
• Experienced in using electrical or manual tools (saws, square, grinders, etc.).
• Must use provided PPE (face-shield, gloves, etc.) to perform job in accordance with safety standards.
• Professional Certification in AWS welding preferred.
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances and in small areas with many moving pieces/parts.
• Prefer candidates to have 3-5 years of welding and/or bench fitting experience, or a journeymen certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work in a group/team environment as well as independently.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required.
WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive health benefit plan
• Employee savings plan
• Safety boot allowance
• A standard work week is 40 hours + overtime
• An opportunity to be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, highly technical and skilled team.
• A stimulating, fast paced and challenging work environment.
For further details on the opportunity to be an integral part of an entrepreneurial and skilled team, apply online, or send/ drop off your resume to
Bidell Gas Compression
Attention: Human Resources
6900-112th Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta, T2C 4Z1
Fax: (403) 236-0345
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected to interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates will be required to take and pass a medical and drug test before employment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Experience:
• welding and/or bench fitting: 3 years (preferred)
• gas compression industry: 2 years (preferred)
Location:
• Calgary, AB T2C 4Z1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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