Pipe Welder
Company
Kenaidan Contracting Ltd
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$40.88 an hour
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Who we are
Kenaidan is an employee owned general contractor building heavy civil/structural concrete, water works and ICI projects.. Our mechanical division is expanding and we’re looking to build on our team. We offer exceptional opportunities including career development and training through our Kenaidan Centre for Learning and grow from within potential for skilled, motivated construction professionals. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees work-life balance with a competitive compensation package including:
• Top wages
• Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
• Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)
• Employee Share Ownership
• Paid training days
We currently have an opening in the Greater Toronto Area, ON for a:
Pipe Welder
The Pipe Welder is responsible for operating welding equipment to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metal parts such as pipes, vessels, and other components used in construction.
How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
• Measuring and cutting materials to specifications
• Identify required tools, machines, and special equipment required
• Lay out, fit and fabricate all metal components
• Ensure quality work through extensive knowledge of metallurgy, welding techniques, and engineering requirements
• Work in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation as well as environmental and quality policies and procedures in daily operations
Successful applicants must have the following qualification/skills:
• Industry related TSSA / CWB Certification in the past
• TIG / MIG / Stick processes
• Past Process pipe welding would be an asset
• Basic ability to use hand tools
• Safety Conscious
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Comfortable in a dynamic, fast paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines
Working Conditions:
Located on site or shop, personal protective equipment (i.e. Hard hat, safety boots) required at all times when on site. Must have access to personal vehicle.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $40.88 per hour
Benefits:
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
• French not required
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Kenaidan is an employee owned general contractor building heavy civil/structural concrete, water works and ICI projects.. Our mechanical division is expanding and we’re looking to build on our team. We offer exceptional opportunities including career development and training through our Kenaidan Centre for Learning and grow from within potential for skilled, motivated construction professionals. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees work-life balance with a competitive compensation package including:
• Top wages
• Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
• Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)
• Employee Share Ownership
• Paid training days
We currently have an opening in the Greater Toronto Area, ON for a:
Pipe Welder
The Pipe Welder is responsible for operating welding equipment to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metal parts such as pipes, vessels, and other components used in construction.
How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
• Measuring and cutting materials to specifications
• Identify required tools, machines, and special equipment required
• Lay out, fit and fabricate all metal components
• Ensure quality work through extensive knowledge of metallurgy, welding techniques, and engineering requirements
• Work in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation as well as environmental and quality policies and procedures in daily operations
Successful applicants must have the following qualification/skills:
• Industry related TSSA / CWB Certification in the past
• TIG / MIG / Stick processes
• Past Process pipe welding would be an asset
• Basic ability to use hand tools
• Safety Conscious
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Comfortable in a dynamic, fast paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines
Working Conditions:
Located on site or shop, personal protective equipment (i.e. Hard hat, safety boots) required at all times when on site. Must have access to personal vehicle.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $40.88 per hour
Benefits:
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
• French not required
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
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