WELDER

Division & Section: Parks, Forestry & Recreation, PFR Parks

• Work Location: Kipling Yard, 441 Kipling Ave
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent Vacancy
• Hourly Rate: $45.89
• Hours & Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm, 40 hours per week
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 11-Feb-2026 to 26-Feb-2026

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs skilled fabrication and maintenance welding using various methods and materials. Estimates equipment/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. 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 trade.
• Drives to various work locations and may be required to drive heavy vehicles/equipment for welding maintenance.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Key

Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Must possess and be able to maintain a current Certificate of Qualification (High Pressure, all Position) as a Welder in accordance with the regulations enforced in the Province of Ontario.
• 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.
• Experience working safely on pipes and equipment that may contain hazardous chemicals or gases, following all recognized procedures.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class "G" Driver's License 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. Must be skilled 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 to communicate effectively verbally and in writing including proficiency with computer applications.
• Ability to provide work direction and training to others.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Regulation that apply to this work.
• With appropriate safety precautions and training, able to work at heights, in confined areas and in odorous areas.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts/weekends or overtime.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties and must be able to work in all weather conditions.

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