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Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.\nPosition Summary\nThe Welder Apprentice performs welding and fabrication tasks under the guidance of certified Journeyperson within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role supports the fabrication of custom prototypes, jigs, fixtures, production components and metal structures in accordance with technical drawings, specifications and established welding procedures. The Welder Apprentice follows approved welding parameters and processes, including GMAW, FCAW and GTAW, while contributing to production targets and continuous improvement initiatives within assigned work cells.\nRoles and Responsibilities\nRead, interpret and apply blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols and welding procedure specifications (WPS) under the guidance of a Journeyperson or Supervisor.\n\nSet up and operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to join metal components using GTAW, GMAW, FCAW and SMAW processes in accordance with approved procedures and instructions.\n\nPerform flame-cutting and thermal cutting operations using manual or semi-automatic equipment as required.\n\nAssist with and operate metal fabrication and forming equipment, including brakes, shears and straightening and bending machines.\n\nPerform fit-up, tack welding and basic repairs or rework by adding weld material, as directed and under supervision.\n\nAssist with inspections, repairs, modifications and retrofits to ensure components meet quality and dimensional requirements.\n\nConduct basic visual inspections of welds and components and identify defects or issues for review by a Journeyperson or Supervisor.\n\nMaintain detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation in accordance with company procedures.\n\nMaintain a working knowledge of changes in welding technologies, codes, compliance requirements and repair techniques.\n\nMonitor welding parts and materials usage and report any shortages, discrepancies or material issues to supervision.\n\nSupport quality control checks and inspection readiness by ensuring work meets drawings, specifications and applicable standards.\n\nEnsure assigned tasks and project work are completed accurately in alignment with required standards.\n\nPerform assigned welding tasks under the direction of a certified Journeyperson or designated Supervisor in accordance with apprenticeship requirements.\n\nParticipate and adhere to shop hygiene, housekeeping and 5S Program.\n\nPerform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code.\n\nOther duties may be assigned as deemed necessary.\n\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\nBasic understanding of welding processes, materials and shop practices relevant to a manufacturing environment.\n\nAbility to read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols and work instructions under supervision.\n\nFoundational knowledge of welding equipment, tools and fabrication machinery, with the ability to learn proper setup and operation.\n\nAbility to work in a safety sensitive environment and adhering to safety protocols.\n\nDemonstrated commitment to completing technical training and progressing toward Journeyperson certification.\n\nMechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills to support fabrication, fit-up and basic troubleshooting tasks.\n\nAwareness of weld quality standards and the ability to recognize obvious weld defects and report concerns to a Journeyperson or Supervisor.\n\nAbility to follow established procedures, work instructions and quality requirements consistently.\n\nDemonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure production environment while effectively managing multiple competing priorities.\n\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships.\n\nAbility to interact with others in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic and professional manner at all times.\n\nHighly adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills that support effective collaboration in a diverse work environment.\n\nStrong organizational skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks, resolve issues and consistently meet deadlines.\n\nProven ability to thrive and contribute effectively in a team-based environment.\n\nCommitted to continuous improvement and dedicated to learning new methods and practices.\n\nWorks effectively on individual tasks, maintaining productivity and accountability with minimal supervision.\n\nMaintains strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of work.\n\nEducation and Work Experience\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent.\n\nMust be registered as an Apprentice Welder with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) and actively enrolled in an approved trade school program.\n\nA minimum of 500 hours of welding experience is required.\n\nAbility to obtain and maintain applicable Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certifications, including CSA W47.1 and/or W47.2.\n\nExposure to reading and interpreting basic blueprints, shop drawings and welding symbols through education or hands-on experience.\n\nExperience or coursework involving GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, or SMAW processes is considered an asset.\n\nFamiliarity with fabrication processes such as cutting, fitting, tacking, grinding and material preparation is an asset.\n\nUnderstanding of basic 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work volume.\n\nOccasional travel to off-site locations may be required.\n\nJohnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. 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