Seal Welder

BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,500 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more www.bwxt.com.

Seal Welder

Hourly rate: $37.96 – fully qualified (starts at Learner 1: $32.26/hr; Learner 2: $34.16/hr; Learner 3: $36.06)

We have opportunities for you to join our production team as a Seal Welder at our facility in Cambridge, Ontario. Each member of our team plays a critical role in BWXT Canada’s success and in ensuring we meet our customers’ quality, cost and delivery expectations. Our employees are considered the best in the industry and we are proud of the high level of skills they demonstrate every day.

PRIMARY FUNCTION
To set up and operate seal welding equipment to perform tube to tube sheet welding; assist Fitters when not Seal Welding.

TASKS
•Receive prints and procedures, set up welding machine using gauges to position electrodes and welding wire onto practice test block, assist Fitters are required.
•Position welding machine over tube to be welded in the test block; adjust argon gas control, voltage and amperage meters to pre-established settings, making adjustments as required.
•Perform fillet and fusion welders per WPS’.
•Send test blocks to Quality Control for inspection approval; proceed to carry out tube to tube sheet welding as listed in the above procedure.
•Clean tube welds with a wire brush and a lint free rag; visually inspect and submit a report of any tubes requiring repair to Q.C.; mark all tubes requiring repair on the tube sheet print.
•Prepare test block for repair welds and submits to Q.C. Dept. for approval; prepare tubes for repair by machining, cleaning, welding; set up machine and weld for repair using same procedure as welding tube to tube sheet.
•Keep daily record of all tubes welded.
•Assist Fitter when not Seal Welding.
•Perform General Helper duties when not Seal Welding such as cleaning of steam generator components and assemblers. e.g. tube sheet holes, lattice grids.
•Keep immediate work area in a clean condition and orderly condition; work safely.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to read blueprints and technical drawings, and:
• Successful completion of a metal fabrication (fitting, welding) program
• Proficiency in fitting techniques, with the ability to assemble and align components accurately, considered an asset.
• Note – applicants will be required to pass pre-employment testing related to this role.

Weekdays (Mon-Thurs)

• • Days: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Nights: 4:00 pm. – 2:00 am

Weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun – 33 hrs paid 40 hrs)

• • Days: 6:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Nights: 5:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m.

WHY JOIN BWXT?:

• Competitive wages
• 2 weeks paid pro-rated vacation to start
• Employer-paid pension plan
• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision benefits
• Paramedical benefits
• Life insurance… and so much more!

BWXT confirms that the position represents a current vacancy within our organization.

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process.  As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants.  These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.  

The pay range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON)  is expected to be between $32.26  and $37.96 per hour.  The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law.

BWXT Canada is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.