Agrium Wholesale Journeyman Welder, Temporary Special Assignment Temporary in Saskatoon, SK

Overview

Agrium Wholesale

Branch Saskatoon SK CA

Position:
Journeyman Welder, Temporary Special Assignment
Location:
Saskatoon, SK

This operation directly employs over 600 people in both the surface and underground operations. An extensive network of underground roads takes workers to the…

Growth is a top priority for Agrium Wholesale and it doesn’t just apply to the nutrients we make or the size of our Company. To achieve growth and remain healthy and profitable we need talented, diverse employees to support our initiatives. In 2014 we were named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, one of Alberta’s top 65 Employers and one of Canada’s Top 100 Best Diversity Employers. Come grow your career at Agrium Wholesale where our employees strive to make a difference and take pride in helping to feed the world.

Reporting to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor, the Journeyperson Welder in the Mine Maintenance Department is responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment in an efficient and timely manner.

Specific Responsibilities will include:
Support safety and continuous improvement programs.
Perform required work in a heavy industrial work environment.
Maintenance and repair of equipment in an efficient and timely manner.
Maintain and support equipment records and repair history.
Provide data for cause and failure analysis.
Take part in planning and scheduling within work systems.
Fabricate and repair structural steel.

Qualifications of the position include:
Interprovincial Journeyperson Welder Certificate.
Current CWB Certification in SMAW All-Position.
Additional welding Certifications
Understands welding principles, including rod selection and pre/post theory
Excellent Fabrication skills
Capability to work with minimum supervision
Interpretation of Blue prints/ shop drawings.
Knowledge of CSA W59/W47.1 would be beneficial.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

This position is located at the Agrium’s Vanscoy, Saskatchewan, Potash Mine facility. Vanscoy Potash Operations (VPO) is located approximately 33 kilometers southwest of Saskatoon.
VPO produces four sizes of high quality potash for shipment to markets around the world. The ore body is one kilometer below the surface. An extensive network of underground roads takes workers to the mine faces and various shops. This operation directly employs over 600 people in both the surface and underground operations.

Agrium Wholesale is committed to providing employees with competitive compensation that reflects individual contribution, business performance and the markets in which we compete for talent. We pay-for-performance; employee total compensation is linked to Agrium’s goals and performance. We welcome diversity in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and First Nations.

To ensure consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply online by 12:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, February 5, 2015. However, applications will continue to be accepted until this position is filled.