Artificial Rockwork Technician

Status
Accepting applications
Closing Date
Company Name
Research Casting International Ltd

Summary & Job Duties

The position of rockwork technician involves molding, casting, sculpting, finishing and installing fiber reinforced concrete for:

  • Playground production items fabricated in our facility.
  • On-site fabrication of steel infrastructure, concrete spraying and finishing concrete rockwork.
  • Fabrication and installation of prefab concrete panels and on-site finishing.

Ideal candidates for rockwork technicians will have a working knowledge of all skills and techniques required to replicate and install rock formations. This includes the use of related equipment and materials used in the process.

Core Competencies

  • Quality Assurance
  • Time Management
  • Creative and Innovative Thinking
  • Development and Continual Learning
  • Problem Solving
  • Accountability and Dependability
  • Decision Making and Judgment
  • Operating Equipment
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Planning and Organizing
  • Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations
  • Communication
  • Teamwork

Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years experience in exhibit fabrication preferred.
  • Basic welding experience and metal fabrication.
  • Experience taking molds of large surfaces in the field.
  • Experience running inline concrete pumps and mixers.
  • Concrete sculpting and carving experience.
  • Fabrication of steel frames in the shape of rocks or other themed environments.
  • Casting fiber reinforced concrete into molds.
  • Installing and seaming precast rock panels on location.
  • Texturing and acid etching the precast panels on location.
  • Ability to work as a part of a team.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • In addition, casting plastic composite components.

Work Conditions

  • Hours 7AM to 3 PM 5 days a week.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Travel to off-site locations may be required.
  • Safety equipment will be required, e.g., steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
  • Overtime as required.
  • Hazards associated with the trade.
  • Work both indoors and outdoors.
  • May be exposed to construction sites.
  • Dental and Drug Plan
  • Group RRSP

Important

Have or can obtain a passport for international travel as it may be required for installation or for work in remote areas to take molds from actual geological formations from around the world. Must have a clean Police Record as typical clientele are public facilities such as museums, zoos, aquaria, and theme parks.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Additional pay:

  • Overtime pay

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Trenton, ON K8V5C8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

  • Overtime pay

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-01

Position Available
Full time
Job Category
Manufacturing