Service Welder

Job summary

The Service Welder is responsible for repairing and modifying heavy haul trailers using various welding and fabrication techniques. They must ensure all work meets industry quality standards while maintaining a safe and organized shop environment.

Job details

Aspen thrives on taking on the biggest heavy haul design and manufacturing challenges in North America. Ready to roll where others fear to tread, the Aspen approach is built on a foundation of tenacity, perseverance, and unwavering determination – just like the people who use them. Aspen is a growing business looking for people with energy, drive and passion to contribute to our team. The successful candidate will be suited working independently and as part of a larger team to repair and modify heavy haul trailers. They will have a keen eye for detail, perform work to the pinnacle quality of industry standards, complete jobs on time and on target, and minimize wastes in day-to-day operations. Primary Responsibilities Ability to use welding and fabrication tools. Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams, fit and assemble accordingly. Troubleshooting and estimating welding repairs. Capable of FCAW, MCAW, SMAW. CWB certifications an asset but not necessary. Gouging, plasma cutting, lancing and crack repair. Quality assurance and control. Ensures effective equipment maintenance, safety and housekeeping standards are maintained. Build and maintain a healthy and safe work environment. Overhead crane operation. Must be able to work in awkward positions. Secondary Responsibilities Develop and maintain a regular cleaning schedule to ensure the shop is kept tidy and well organized upon completion of work assignments Ensure racking is kept in an order that work orders are easily accessible Attend toolbox meeting prior to shift Attributes and Skills Good communication with co-workers in a collaborative team environment Able to work autonomously and uses good decision-making practices Organizational, planning, and time management skills Quality Management Good written and verbal communication skills Manual dexterity Good vision (glasses are acceptable) Eye-hand coordination Strong attention to detail Patience Qualifications Journeyman certification required. Crane certification an asset but training can be supplied. Must have a strong work ethic Must be quick to learn new skills Physical Requirements Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs - fitness test required Standing on your feet for a long period of time Have good eye to hand coordination Be able to bend, crouch and kneel for extended periods Ability to wear personal protective gear most of the day Casual work clothes that meet safety requirements (Coveralls provided), PPE required (Steel Toe Boots, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection) Shift Availability Days - Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Benefits Competitive Wages Extended Health Care & Dental Benefits AD&D, Life and STD Disability Benefits Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Company supplied PPE equipment Great work life balance Safety Boot Allowance Year-round work Weekend and Over time work available Stable career Family environment and company culture Apply now to join North America’s premier supplier of heavy haul transportation equipment! Aspen Custom Trailers is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company poised for significant ongoing growth. Thank you for your interest in Aspen Custom Trailers. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you would like to know more about Aspen, please visit www.aspentrailer.com

What you’ll do

The Service Welder is responsible for repairing and modifying heavy haul trailers using various welding and fabrication techniques. They must ensure all work meets industry quality standards while maintaining a safe and organized shop environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyman certification and possess proficiency in FCAW, MCAW, and SMAW welding processes. The role requires physical fitness, the ability to read blueprints, and strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care
• Dental Benefits
• AD&D
• Life Insurance
• STD Disability Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Company supplied PPE equipment
• Safety Boot Allowance

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Manual dexterity · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Welding
• Fabrication
• Blueprint reading
• FCAW
• MCAW
• SMAW
• Gouging
• Plasma cutting
• Crack repair
• Quality assurance
• Overhead crane operation
• Troubleshooting
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Communication
• Quality Assurance
• Planning
• Operations
• Coordinating
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Strong Work Ethic
• Decision Making
• Detail Oriented
• Time Management
• Patience
• Equipment Maintenance
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Quality Management
• Industry Standards
• Lifting Ability
• Housekeeping
• Overhead Crane Operation
• Flux-Cored Arc Welding
• Tenacity
• Plasma Cutting
• Heavy Hauling
• Metal-Cored Arc Welding
• Manual Dexterity

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Transportation
• Construction
• Code Welder
• Welder / Solderer
• Welders and Flame Cutters
• Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

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