Nova West Steel Works is a locally owned welding and custom fabrication company serving Edmonton and the greater area. Specializing in custom fabrication within the residential and commercial building industry, the company excels in structural welding and custom fabrication. Nova West takes pride in professionalism, integrity, and quality workmanship, providing excellent customer service from project initiation to completion. The company has established lasting relationships with builders, designers, and businesses by delivering reliable and trusted services.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Registered as an apprentice welder in Alberta and enrolled in a recognized trade school.
- Working towards Interprovincial Red Seal or CWB tickets.
- Valid welding certification in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).
- Hold a journeyman ticket/Red Seal ticket or CWB ticket(s).
- Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Carpentry skills are a bonus.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Fabricate structural steel, ornamental work, and custom pieces according to client specifications, blueprints, and in-house shop drawings.
- Measure and install custom pieces with precision onsite.
- Follow drawing instructions and processes accurately.
- Work under the supervision of the shop foreman, as part of a team, and independently in a busy environment.
- Operate power tools/grinders safely in accordance with safe work practices and procedures.
- Prepare completed orders for shipment.
- Operate a truck and trailer, rigging equipment, overhead crane, skid steer, and have own tools.
- Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude, precision, and attention to detail.
- Uphold a commitment to a high degree of workmanship and integrity.
- Change welding machine settings based on job specifications and material thicknesses.
- QC own workpieces visually, by touch, or using measuring tools to ensure they meet company standards and deadlines.
- Adhere to company standards, procedures, and policies.
- Read, interpret, and review blueprints or welding process specifications.
- Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment and CNC Plasma table.
- Operate metal forming machines such as brakes, shears, and other metal straightening and bending machines.
- Conduct technical inspections, repairs, modifications, and retrofits.
- Monitor parts usage, report material/consumable inventory issues, and ensure task and project accuracy.
- Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.
- Previous industrial construction experience is an asset.
Working Conditions:
- Physical ability to lift up to 50lb.
- Travel to off-site locations may be required.
- Adherence to safety policies (wearing protective equipment).
- Exposure to hazards associated with the trade.
- Work both indoors and outdoors, occasionally at heights.
- Exposure to construction sites.
Job Type:
Salary:
Contact Info:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Welding: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
