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Job for the future Welders
Average hourly wage
Not available.
Job description
These individuals cut, assemble, repair, reform, and weld metal parts into a final product. They are employed in factories, service, and construction companies.
Personality profiles (RIASEC)
- Realistic
- People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
- Investigative
- People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
- Social
- People with this profile prefer to be in contact with others, in particular to entertain, help or teach them.
Main tasks
- Read and interpret welding drawings or technical specifications.
- Perform preparatory work for welding and assembly (select materials, cut parts, etc.).
- Repair parts of metal products.
- Weld parts using various devices specific to the field (e.g. material forming machines).
- Ensure quality control of the welded product.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards.
Formation
Most training programs are offered in French only.
Secondary
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Targeted regions
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Last update: June 19, 2026