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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.

YOU MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

Learn how to weld, fit, and assemble structural framework and materials such as angle iron, I-beams and pother steel components. You will be paired with a senior Fitter as an apprentice/trainee under the supervision of the Fabrication Training and Development Manager. You will perform such work consistent with corporate mission, values and departmental financial objectives.

Canam Bridges US, Inc., has a US DOL certified Apprenticeship program for Fitters and Welders through ApprenticeshipNH.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to perform with assistance from a supervisor or assigned co-workers.
• Possess the ability to learn layout, alignment and how to fit together fabricated parts of structural metal products according to shop drawings, prints and layout specifications.
• Learn how to produce a product that meets recognized standards and customer expectations by maintaining quality procedures.
• Must learn to demonstrate basic layout skills independently.
• Must learn how to neatly and accurately cut and shape material of varying thicknesses and sizes using mechanical and manual cutting devices.
• Must learn how to straighten sections and components using oxy/fuel torch flame.
• Must be able to qualify to tack weld in all positions using multiple welding processes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor including but not limited to, cleaning, trash, scrap removal, and other production related jobs.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in an effective manner with customers, co-workers, clients and supervisors.
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of the area.
• Perform in a safe and conscientious manner. 

• Minimum age of 16 years old.
• Knowledge of welding and assembly experience is helpful.
• Must possess basic reading and mathematical skills.
• Register as an apprentice through the Registered Apprenticeship Partners Information Database System (RAPIDS).

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 (60-100 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:
Required to work near moving mechanical parts and machinery under supervision. Working conditions may include being outside or inside in all environmental conditions. Potential exposure to: nuisance 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.

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 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.