Journeyperson /4th Yr Apprentice Welder

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning Canada is looking for a passionate Journeyperson Welder (Red Seal endorsement preferred) *Fourth Year Apprentice may be considered* to join our industry leading team based out of Cranbrook, BC. We take pride in the quality of our work and provide a safe work environment for our people. From equipment with 100,000 running hours to trucks that can run themselves, there are endless opportunities to carve out your future with Finning.

If you are a Journeyperson Welder; embrace challenges, are customer focused, and thrive in an environment that values hard work and integrity, with ample opportunities for growth and development; Finning may be the next opportunity for you.

What’s in it for you?

Compensation Perks:

• $54.08 / hr
• OT & Shift Premiums
• Tool Allowance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee Share Purchase Plan options
• RRSP Options
• Pension
  
  

Wellness Perks:

• Industry leading Benefits and Pension Plans
• Boot allowance
• Tool allowance
• Provided PPE
• CAT dealer training
• Ongoing training and development
  
  

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair Caterpillar expanded mining equipment
• Perform routine maintenance work
• Occasional work at heights and confined spaces
• Frequent bending, squatting, climbing, and lifting/pushing of up to 45 pounds without assistance
• Complete technical documentation (service reports, warranty, crossover notes)
• Interact with customers, sales support, and the rest of the Finning team
• Work with the Service Supervisor and Leadhand on various tasks as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Welder Ticket with Interprovincial Certification
• Valid driver’s license (drivers abstract as a condition of offer)
• Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Strong welding aptitude with a knowledge of parts and service
• Successful completion of the vertical, flat, and overhead test for both SMAW and FCAW is necessary for successful candidacy
• Understanding of the Caterpillar expanded mining product line would be considered an asset
  
  

Notes:

• This position is based out of Cranbrook, BC on a 4x3 compressed shift
• A condition of employment is the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator
• Team player capable of working with minimal supervision, in challenging conditions
• Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
  
  

Union Membership:

• You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay.
• Any future shift changes will be made in accordance with the collective agreement
• Candidate selection will be made in accordance with the terms of the collective agreement
• The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.
  
  

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.