Journeyperson Welder

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview

The Welder will support with fixing and repairing equipment such as limestone crushers, vertical roller mills, horizontal mills, kiln, cooler, conveyors, material handling equipment, loaders, excavators, washing equipment, and cyclones. In this role, you will be able to fabricate and weld with limited direction. This is a fast-paced production environment, so mechanical aptitude is important. You will need to be a safety-minded individual who can think on their feet and adapt to changing situations.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform welding repair and maintenance to production-related equipment, machinery, and structures.
2. Utilize various welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, stick welding, flux cored, metal cored and gas welding to join metal components according to project specifications.
3. Interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols to execute precise welds.
4. Conduct visual inspections of completed welds to ensure they meet industry standards and project requirements.
5. Use non-destructive testing methods when necessary to assess weld quality.
6. Prepare work pieces by cleaning, cutting, and shaping metal using various tools and equipment.
7. Ensure proper fit-up and alignment of components before welding.
8. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
9. Responsible to ensure all work is completed in a safe manner.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

1. Experience welding in an industrial environment is an asset.
2. Valid driver’s license.
3. Journeyperson/red seal certification.

Skill Set:

1. Ability to fabricate and design.
2. Use of air arc equipment.
3. Gas cutting.
4. Plasma Cutting.
5. Gouging.
6. Stick welding.
7. Able to read engineered blueprints.
8. Ability to work in all weather conditions.
9. CWB or other certifications is an asset.

Work Environment:

1. Must be able to work under pressure.
2. Must be comfortable working at heights.
3. Must be comfortable working in confined spaces.
4. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
5. Must be physically fit to perform required duties.
6. Must be able to work overtime and weekends when necessary.

This is about more than just the job – Lafarge is looking for people willing to relocate within commuting distance of the Exshaw plant. This is an opportunity to enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a gorgeous and family-friendly area of Alberta.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.