Millwright / Industrial Mechanic

Company Description

Canam is recruiting a full-time, permanent Millwright / Industrial Mechanic for our steel joist and deck manufacturing plant in Calgary as part of our ongoing commitment to improvement.

Job Description

As a member of our Maintenance Team, you will:

• Repair and maintain production equipment and facilities, including bridge cranes with up to 25-ton capacity.
• Perform a variety of tasks, such as equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Carry out other Millwright/Industrial Mechanic duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This role requires an individual with the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of assigned production equipment and processes.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and machining functions.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues with processing equipment.
• Formal training as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright, with electrical knowledge (equivalent qualifications will be considered). Experience in machining is an asset.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. regularly.
• Ability to multitask efficiently while maintaining a high level of self-motivation.
• Friendly, patient, team-oriented work ethic with a strong commitment to organizational values.
• Ability to work various shifts; prior shift work and weekend experience is an asset.
• Punctual, mature, and reliable, with the ability to work well under pressure.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for extended periods, with frequent walking and occasional sitting.
• Perform a range of physical activities, including pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying heavy objects (60–100 lbs.), climbing, crouching, kneeling, bending, and handling various materials.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Additional Information

Our Environment:
At Canam, working safely is a condition of employment. Employees are regularly exposed to a steel fabrication environment with varying weather conditions, high noise levels, and vibrations. The role involves working near moving mechanical parts, frequent exposure to fumes and airborne particles, and occasional work in high or precarious positions. Potential burn hazards include UV light radiation, open flames, sparks, and other sources. Due to elevated noise levels, appropriate hearing protection is required, and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times.

This position requires you to work rotating day/evening shifts.

Why Work for Canam?

• A Canadian company built on expertise and pride.
• Work in an environment that encourages creativity and sharing best practices.
• Join a great team with an amazing work culture.
• Competitive remuneration
• Medical, dental and pension benefits
• Profit-sharing
• Opportunities for professional development

We look forward to receiving your resume; highlighting details of your education, work history and salary expectations. This position is available immediately and will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
 

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.

Canam is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We reserve the right to conduct criminal, credit, and job-related medical background checks as part of the hiring process, upon the candidate's written authorization and at the company's expense.