Maintenance Helper Jobs

Company Description

Canam Group specializes in designing and fabricating metal components for the North American construction industry. The Company is active in the sectors of buildings and infrastructure. Canam Group operates 12 plants in Canada and the United States, as well as engineering offices in Canada, Romania, India and the Philippines, and has over 3,500 employees.

As Maintenance Helper, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of production equipment and facilities. You will be involved in a variety of activities, including equipment calibration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and the repair of manufacturing tools.

As a Member Of Our Team, Your Responsibilities Include

• Provide support in scheduling facility equipment preventive maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance on power tools, machinery, and other equipment.
• Complete daily tasks as directed by the Production Superintendent.
• Comply with all applicable health and safety principles, procedures, policies and company safety program.
• Troubleshoot problems related to aspects of facility equipment.
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts.
• Ensure safety-related issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Record all equipment repairs and maintain an inventory log for all facility equipment.
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment.

Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you possess:

• Two to three years related experience and/or training in a similar position in the manufacturing industry or technical trades.
• Basic knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge in the following categories: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems, and controls, machine operation, vehicles, energy conservation, and/or general building.
• Availability to work overtime is an asset.
• Good physical condition.
• Punctuality, maturity, reliability, and strong work ethic.
• Proficient English speaking, reading and writing skills.
• Work well independently, with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of CNC machines considered an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license.

Additional Information

Why Work for Canam?

• Access to a free telemedicine service.
• Defined contribution pension plan.
• Competitive wage based on experience and qualifications.
• Group insurance benefits beginning on your first day (life, disability, medication, dental and travel).
• Employee Assistance Program.

Canam, an employer that makes you want to stay

Since 1960, Canam has been an employer with a strong, unifying and family culture, rallying its 3,500 employees. With offices in Canada, the United States, Romania, India and the Philippines, our company continues to grow thanks to the innovation and know-how of everyone involved. Moreover, to build structures known and recognized for their quality across North America, you must feel that you have everything you need to succeed in these large-scale projects. Proud of our achievements, we are here to stay, and it is with you that we want to do it.

Physical Demands

The ability to stand continuously is essential, with frequent walking and occasional sitting. The nature of the position will require the employee to perform a wide range of physical activities ranging from pushing and pulling, lifting and carrying heavy objects, to climbing, crouching, kneeling, bending and handling. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Work Environment

Working safely is a condition of employment at Canam. Constant exposure to a steel fabrication environment and regular exposure to weather conditions, excessive noise levels and vibrations. Often works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes and airborne particles. Occasionally works in high, precarious positions. 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. 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).

Canam Group Inc. appreciates your interest in this position. Please note, however, that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We reserve the right, upon the candidate’s authorization and at the company’s expense, to perform criminal, credit and job-related medical background checks as part of the hiring process.