Welder 1 (Crew Leader Arc)

Responsibilities

• A Welder 1 shall perform all operations in the shop necessary to fabricate (using gas metal arc, manual arc or gas welding) pressure piping and vessel systems used on gas transmission and distribution networks and will include: 
  • Interpretation of engineering drawings, spool sheets, etc., laying out of the job, fit up and welding preparations of all components and the pressure testing of completed assemblies and sub-assemblies to determine weld and joint integrity; 
  • The fabrication of non-pressure components and installation of pressure controlling devices, their associated instrumentation and control lines in prefabricated regulator vaults or similar assemblies. 
  • In the field shall do pipe line welding including hot tap welds, fire welds and leak repair welds on lines operation up to and including transmission line pressures. 
  • Will be responsible for running a crew for the installation and maintenance of transmission and distribution mains and services, regulator and meter sets. 
  • Will be responsible for making as-built drawings and completing and routine reports called for in his day-to-day work. 
• May be required to operate high pressure tapping and stopping equipment, propane plants, and mainline compressors, and carry out routine operating and maintenance duties in gate stations. 
• Shall be responsible to the designated Manager or Supervisor for the operation of a town distribution system. 
• Shall direct and carry out appropriate actions during emergency incidents involving the escape of gas where potential hazard to persons or property exist. 
• This employee will act as a crew leader as required, as well as carry out welding functions with the crew.
   

Requirements

• Required to hold a minimum B welding qualifications registered in his/her log book. 
• Registered with the Boiler and Pressure vessels Branch of BC. 
• Must have 5 years demonstrated experience in the gas industry. 
• Must be able to obtain Company oxy-acetylene welding ticket 
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational and administrative skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to direct the activities of other employees under direction. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision. 
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, clearly and concisely. 
• Knowledge of the Company standards and policies directly affecting the assigned duties. 
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude to perform the duties of this position correctly and safely.
   

Additional Information

• Must be able to obtain PE Fusion Certificate
• This role has standby requirements based on operational needs 
• The successful candidate must adhere to the residency requirements of this position. 
• This role has overtime requirements based on operational needs