Job Description

Different levels and pay structure based on knowledge and experience.

SECOND SHIFT
Competitive Shift Differential

Job Summary
Perform welding of various company products in compliance with the corporate mission and values, and departmental financial objectives.

Essential Functions

• Perform production welding and other tasks as assigned by the supervisor;

• Produce CJP, PJP and fillet welds in ALL welding positions using FCAW and SMAW welding processes;

• Produce CJP, PJP welds in the 1G and 2G welding positions and be able to produce fillet welds in the 1F and 2F welding positions using SAW-A and SAW-SA welding processes;

• Be willing and able to operate various pieces of grinding equipment for extended periods of time;

• Inspect products to ensure quality and be able to identify and correct unacceptable areas;

• Effectively set up and operate mechanical and manual cutting devices;

• Effectively set and use air carbon arc gouging equipment;

• Effectively set up and operate all welding equipment;

• Understand and interpret shop drawings, prints and weld symbols;

• Able to read and use standard and metric measuring devices;

• Assist in training efforts and possess the ability to mentor and assist other welding personnel;

• Maintain equipment and work area and be able to identify potential hazards and make necessary corrections;

• Perform independently and function in a safe, professional and conscientious manner;

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in an effective professional and courteous manner with customers, coworkers, clients and supervisors;

• Possess the ability to safely and effectively operate, use and maneuver cranes and other lifting devices, as well as possessing the ability to select and correctly use rigging and other related material handling equipment.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervision including but not limited to, cleaning, trash and scrap removal, and other production related jobs;

• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of the work area and shop;

• Understand and be in compliance with all of Canam Bridges internal documentation systems;

• Work in a safe, professional and conscientious manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred;

• Welding experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

• Must possess basic reading and mathematical skills.

Additional Information

Company Description
Canam Bridges designs, manufactures and installs steel bridges for major infrastructure contractors across North America. Canam Bridges is a member of Canam Group, which has over 5,100 employees and operates 22 plants in North America, as well as engineering offices in Canada, Romania, India and the Philippines.

Physical Demands
The ability to stand continuously is essential, with occasional walking and sitting. The nature of the position will require employees to perform a wide range of physical activities ranging from pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying heavy objects (60 lb) climbing, crouching, kneeling, bending and handling. Repetitive motions and awkward body positioning. Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Work Environment
The following working environments are as follows but not limited to:

Required to work near moving mechanical parts and machinery. Working conditions may include being outside or inside in all environmental conditions. Potential exposure to: fumes and airborne particulates. Potential risk of electric shock. Potential burn hazards such as: UV light radiation, open flames, sparks and other sources. Noise levels in the work environment will require the use of appropriate hearing protection at all times. The correct usage of PPE will be required at all times.

This is a safety-sensitive position
A safety-sensitive position has been defined as one where the employee’s responsibilities impact the health and safety of themselves, coworkers and / or the public (in this case the end-user of our product). All production and production support positions fall into this category.

Remuneration
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as excellent opportunities for training and advancement.

Canam is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at lorri.boynton@canamgroupinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.