About this role
- Job ID: 67304
- Job Category: Trades
- Division & Section: Solid Waste Management Services, SWM Transfer Stations & Landfill Ops
- Work Location: Dufferin Yard, 75 Vanley Crescent
- Job Type & Duration: Full- time, Temporary Vacancy(12 month)
- Hourly Rate: $45.89
- Hours & Shift Information: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 6:45 am to 3:15 pm
- Affiliation: L416 Outside
- Number of Positions Open: 1
- Posting Period: 30-Oct-2026 to 16-Nov-2026
Major Responsibilities:
- Performs skilled fabrication and maintenance welding using various methods and materials.
- Estimates equipment and 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 and feedback on the status of assignments.
- 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 trades.
- Drives to various work locations and may be required to drive heavy vehicles or equipment for welding maintenance.
- Performs other related work, as assigned.
Key Qualifications:
Your resume must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- Must possess and be able to maintain a current Certificate of Qualification (High Pressure, all Positions) 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 in 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 Licence 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.
- Skill 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 communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including proficiency with computer applications.
- Ability to provide work direction and training to others.
- Familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Regulations that apply to this work.
- Ability to work at heights, in confined areas and in odorous areas, with the appropriate safety precautions and training.
- Availability to work rotating shifts / weekends or overtime.
- Physical capability of performing required duties and ability to work in all weather conditions.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Accommodation
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