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WELDER 2

Job ID: 57307
Job Category: Trades
Division & Section: Solid Waste Management Services, SWM Transfer Stations & Landfill Ops
Work Location: Dufferin Yard, 75 Vanley Crescent 
Job Type & Duration: Full- time, Temporary Vacancy (12 month) 
Hourly Rate: $44.17 
Hours & Shift Information: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 6:45 am to 3:15 pm
Affiliation: L416 Outside
Selection Process: Senior Qualified. A Candidate List will be established. For applicability and duration, see below.
Number of Positions Open: 1 
Posting Period: 12-SEP-2025 to 26-SEP-2025 
HR Contact: Alice Kerimova, 416-392-4518
Division Contact: Sarbjit Badhan, 416-392-5835


 Major Responsibilities:

  • Performs skilled fabrication and maintenance welding using various methods and materials.
  • Estimates equipment and materials required.
  • Performs skilled tasks in all types of welding, brazing, spray-welding, oxy-acetylene torch and plasma-arc cutting, grinding, etc.
  • Works with a variety of materials such as steels, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, ceramics and related materials.
  • Performs various types of brazing using an oxy-acetylene torch and related equipment.
  • Performs tasks involving forging, heat treatment, fabrication and fashioning of metals, to make or repair tools, equipment, machinery, automotive equipment, etc.
  • Provides work direction and training to others and feedback on the status of assignments.
  • Communicates related activities verbally, in writing or by computer, including the preparation of reports, details of work completed, data logging, etc.
  • Prepares sketches, as required.
  • Performs a variety of skilled work not requiring the service of other licensed trades.
  • Drives to various work locations and may be required to drive heavy vehicles or equipment for welding maintenance.
  • Performs other related work, as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

Your resume must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

  1. Must possess and be able to maintain a current Certificate of Qualification (High Pressure, all Positions) as a Welder in accordance with the regulations enforced in the Province of Ontario.
  2. Experience using all types of AC and DC welding machines, as well as TIG, MIG carbon arc cutting, plasma-arc cutting, oxy-acetylene torch cutting, brazing and spray welding.
  3. Experience in working safely on pipes and equipment that may contain hazardous chemicals or gases, following all recognized procedures.
  4. Must possess and maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class "G" Driver's Licence and must qualify for the City's equipment operating permits and requirements, as required for this work.

You must also have:

  • Considerable knowledge of the properties of various grades of iron, steel, ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
  • Skill in the use of all tools and equipment related to the welding trade.
  • Ability to read and interpret sketches (maps / blueprints), and to produce sketches and working drawings of fabrication, repairs or modifications of equipment, tools or machinery.
  • Ability to prepare detailed reports, maintain accurate records and communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including proficiency with computer applications.
  • Ability to provide work direction and training to others.
  • Familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Regulations that apply to this work.
  • Ability to work at heights, in confined areas and in odorous areas, with the appropriate safety precautions and training.
  • Availability to work rotating shifts / weekends or overtime.
  • Physical capability of performing required duties and ability to work in all weather conditions.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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Accommodation

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