Job Description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Title & Purpose of the job

Job title:

A - Arc Welder CBS

Pay Rate: $34.44/hr  USD

Alstom Level:

Undeployed

Function:

Manufacturing Plant #4

Mission

Responsibilities:

• The ability and experience to perform all welding operations for rail vehicle manufacturing.
• Must be capable of operating all welding machines including GMAW , GTAW  and Resistance Spot Welders.  Must have ability to set up welding machines with minimal to no supervision or guidance.
• Must be capable and have extensive working knowledge of material  properties, methods and basic set-up and verification, adjustment, and operation of the welding equipment and hand tools.
• Must be able to read blueprints or work instructions, set-up of jigs and fixtures, comprehend the associated welding symbols and welding sequence.

• Must have working knowledge and ability to safely use a variety of hand and power tools
• Must have ability to work in a safe manner compliant with all Alstom Zero Deviation Procedures and Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and guidelines

• Ability to weld different types of materials (e.g. carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium)  and pass applicable welder evaluation Level A tests.
• Effectively communicate with customers, Engineering Department and the Quality Department discussing design changes or material changes
• Must be adaptable - accepting different work assignments - maintain a clean working environment
• The ability to train and oversee less experience welders to achieve all company and customer requirements.
• Assist in new process development and troubleshooting of products.
• The ability to utilize digital technology in day to day work responsibilities
• Ability to obtain or has external certifications AWS/ANST or equivalent
• Ability to inspect arc or spot welded weldments per the appropriate acceptance criteria and perform dimensional measurements to ensure conformance with specification.
• Demonstrated working knowledge in other welding processes such as SMAW & FCAW.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of post weld finishing Technology & Tools (Graining SS/passivation/straightening)
• Acceptable hand/eye coordination and ability to pass visual acuity test
• Working knowledge of non-destructive testing (e.g. dye-penetrant, magnetic particle) or equivalent certification
• Any and all other responsibilities, in addition to those mentioned above, as assigned by supervisor/manager.  Any interpretation/clarification with responsibilities above will be settled by the supervisor/manager.  This list of responsibilities is not all inclusive and may change, be added to or deleted from any time

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma, 2 year vocational degree or equivalent welding certificate with experience 

Experience:

Over 8 years required

Technical competencies & behaviour:

Automatic/hand operated  burning equipment

Welding processes & machines GMAW / GTAW / RSW

Blueprints

Weld symbols

Hand/power tools

Adaptability

Customer focus

Accepts feedback and applies

Offers feedback to leadership

Cascades given feedback to other team members

Fabrication and application of jigs/ Mechanical Principles and experience

Ability to follow Instruction and order of operations with strong attention to detail

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:​Experienced​

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