Welder Journeyperson

Posted 2 days ago

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Job Description

Closing Date: September 30, 2024

As Canada's largest diversified mining company, Teck is committed to providing the world with essential resources safely and sustainably. We have a rich history of consistently driving innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a dynamic environment that empowers our employees to shape the future.

Embrace Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value, central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, fostering a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you'll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor, Welders are responsible for repairing and maintaining site structures and equipment in a shop or field environment.

Responsibilities:

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
Maintain and repair site structures and equipment in all areas of the Mill.
Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
Operate welding equipment, flame cutting, hoisting, and lifting equipment.
Troubleshoot production problems and take preventative or corrective action.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.

Qualifications:

Journeyperson (certified)
- British Columbia - Red Seal & Welder "A" Ticket or Specialty Metals
- Alberta - Red Seal
- Or equivalent if from other province
High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or equivalent
BC PWP 7 is an asset.
Minimum four years' welding experience in an industrial environment.
A valid driver's license (minimum BC Class 7N) or equivalent.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be willing to work shift work:

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job - we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.

Enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, such as hiking, skiing, fishing, and golf! The mine site is a 50-minute drive from Kamloops, B.C. which provides all of the comforts of city living. We are also close to Merritt, Ashcroft, and Logan Lake, which all exude a small town community atmosphere.

Highland Valley Copper employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

Comprehensive Benefits Plan including but not limited to medical, dental and vision
Company Paid Pension
Healthy Lifestyle Account

Hourly Rate: $ 54.41 /Hour

About Teck Resources

Teck is Canada’s largest diversified resource company, committed to responsibly providing products that are essential to building a better quality of life for people around the world. Our business units focus on steelmaking coal, a critical ingredient in steel production; zinc, used to galvanize and protect metals; copper, essential for electronics, power generation and transmission; and energy, necessary to meet growing global demand. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, we own or have interests in 12 operating mines, one large metallurgical complex, an oil sands mining and processing operation, and several major development projects in North and South America. We offer opportunities across a wide range of activities related to exploration, development, mining and minerals processing, including smelting and refining, health and safety, environmental protection, materials stewardship, recycling and innovation and technology. Our people are our greatest resource. Teck was built by people with vision, creativity and ideas. Join the Teck team and become a part of that long tradition.