Mammoth Equipment & Exhausts

certified welder and metal fabricator

Mammoth Equipment is on a growth trajectory, driven by our exceptional product, a stellar team, and a robust organizational culture. Established in 1974, we've expanded our presence to offices in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, and Argentina. Globally, we provide a diverse range of cutting-edge, tailor-made, and versatile solutions for the mining, transport, rail, industrial, agriculture, and marine sectors. Our innovations not only safeguard people and the environment but also contribute to prolonged machinery and equipment life, ensuring enhanced performance and durability.

About the Role:

As a Certified Welder and Metal Fabricator, you will be instrumental in fabricating and welding together metal structures and components using various welding techniques. Your expertise and certification ensure that welding operations meet the highest industry standards for quality and safety, while your skills in metal fabrication contribute to the creation of precise and durable components. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining certification requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Certified Welding Operations:

  • Perform welding tasks using various certified techniques such as MIG, TIG, and flux core.
  • Adhere strictly to welding procedures, blueprints, drawings, and specifications to maintain quality standards.
  • Utilize certified welding equipment and tools effectively and safely.


Metal Fabrication:

  • Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to fabricate metal components and structures.
  • Use metalworking machinery such as shears, rollers, and bandsaws to cut, shape, and form metal materials.
  • Apply welding techniques to assemble fabricated components into finished products according to design specifications.


Material Preparation and Inspection:

  • Prepare metal surfaces according to the Mammoth fabrication standards, including cleaning, cutting, grinding, and fitting components.
  • Conduct thorough inspections of materials, fabricated parts, and welded joints to ensure compliance with quality requirements and project specifications.
  • Identify and rectify defects to maintain the integrity of the fabricated and welded components.


Safety and Compliance:

  • Demonstrate unwavering commitment to safety protocols and procedures throughout all welding and fabrication operations.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with certification and fabrication guidelines.
  • Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) to mitigate risks and prevent accidents.

 

Collaboration and Communication:


  • Collaborate effectively with supervisors and team members to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines while upholding quality and fabrication standards.
  • Report timely on project status, challenges, and potential solutions through Mammoth channels (Trello, Outlook).
  • Actively participate in team meetings and contribute insights for process improvement.


Equipment Maintenance:

  • Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment, metalworking machinery, and fabrication tools to ensure optimal functionality and longevity.
  • Promptly report any equipment malfunctions or issues to the appropriate personnel for repair or replacement.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Proven experience as a Welder and Metal Fabricator with expertise in various welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and flux core.
  • CWB certification is required.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
  • Skilled in metal fabrication techniques, including cutting, bending, and shaping metal materials.
  • In-depth knowledge of different types of metals and their properties.
  • Strong attention to detail and precision in welding and fabrication tasks to uphold certification and fabrication requirements.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
  • Outstanding commitment to safety standards and protocols.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Additional vocational training or certifications related to welding and metal fabrication are advantageous.

 

Physical Requirements:


Strength and Stamina:

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, often weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally more.
  • Sustain long periods of standing, walking, or repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, and lifting.


Hand-Eye Coordination & Dexterity:

  • Precise control of fingers and hands to manipulate or adjust metal objects.
  • Ability to use hand tools, such as hammers, pliers, and screwdrivers, efficiently.
  • Capability to operate machinery or equipment that require steady and coordinated movements.


Visual Acuity:

  • Clear vision to read small labels, measurements, blueprints, or computer screens.
  • Ability to recognize fine details, judge depth, and perceive subtle or nuanced differences in shape or brightness.
  • Possessing peripheral vision to be aware of surroundings, especially when working around moving machinery or equipment.


Flexibility & Balance:

  • Capability to bend, twist, stoop, and reach without constraint.
  • Maintain balance while working on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces, or when handling heavy materials or tools.


Endurance:

  • Resilience to work in a fast-paced environment, often under strict deadlines.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks over extended periods without significant fatigue.


Environmental Tolerance:

  • Capability to work in environments that might be dusty or have fluctuating temperatures.
  • Tolerance for exposure to loud noises from machinery or tools, with the understanding that protective gear must always be worn.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods, such as safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, masks, or steel-toed boots.


Respiratory & Circulatory Health:

  • Possess adequate lung capacity and respiratory health to work in environments where fumes or dust might be present, especially when wearing masks or respirators.
  • Healthy circulatory system to prevent potential complications when standing for prolonged periods or operating vibrating machinery.

 

Cognitive Abilities:

  • Strong spatial abilities to judge distances or understand how objects fit together.
  • Alertness and focus, especially important when operating machinery or handling sharp objects.


Gross Motor Skills:

  • Proficiency in using larger muscle groups to walk, stand, pull, push, or carry.
  • Tolerance for Repetition:
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks without physical discomfort.
  • There will be a variety of other regular duty tasks not listed above.


Job Details

  • This is a full-time permanent position. Day shift.
  • Ability to relocate or reliably commute to 82 Routledge Avenue, Headingley, MB R4H 0A9.
  • Starting compensation package: $26.00 to $27.00 per hour.
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