Certified Mechanic

ANDRITZ; Kentville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance program

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Defined contribution pension plan

Safety glasses/tool allowance

Safety glasses/Tool / clothing / shoe

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Kentville, Nova Scotia, is seeking a mechanic to join their team. This full-time position requires a Red Seal Certified Millwright or an apprentice and involves troubleshooting, repairing equipment, and maintaining safety standards. Key responsibilities include conducting preventative maintenance and participating in health and safety training programs. Competitive pay with shift premiums and benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for career growth within a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Red Seal Certified Millwright or Millwright apprentice.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment.
• Experience in conducting preventative maintenance inspections.

Responsibilities

• Report injury and unsafe practices accurately.
• Conduct equipment repairs as needed.
• Participate in safety training and risk analysis.
• Occasionally will act as a crew leader when working on a major project.
• Works according to Department and Plant Safety Rules at all times.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Equipment repair

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

Red Seal Certification as a Millwright

Millwright apprenticeship

Tools

Machining equipment

Job description

We are looking for a mechanic to join our team.

Red Seal Certified Millwright. We would also consider a Millwright apprentice.

QHSE Responsibilities (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment)

• Comply with QHSE practices and rules, along with regulatory requirements
• Perform duties in a safe and compliant manner
• Report injury, near misses, unsafe or improper practices and conditions accurately and promptly.
• Assist in improving and maintaining safe and healthy working conditions, including participation in problem solving and risk analysis teams
• Attend all required HSE related training programs when required
• Coach new employees regarding proper HSE practices
• Know and understand the HSE plan and objectives
• Alert colleagues that are taking unnecessary risks
• Check safety devices prior to beginning operation
• Actively participate in HSE processes
• Question any work that you feel is unsafe and do not participate in work that will endanger the health or safety of any employee.
• Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Job Requirements

• Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctioning equipment.
• Carried out electrical and instrumentation repairs within the scope of his abilities.
• Conducts preventative maintenance inspections.
• Installs new equipment and modifies existing equipment as assigned.
• Oils, greases, and ensures correct lubrication of all machines and equipment.
• Operates shop machining equipment to repair and fabricate equipment as assigned.
• Reports completed work on service forms and MP2.
• Occasionally will act as a crew leader when working on a major project.
• Works according to Department and Plant Safety Rules at all times.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices at all times and assists, as required, with the maintenance of security.
• Undertakes special assignments as directed by the Maintenance Superintendent or his delegate.
• Maintains tool assortment which are to be of sufficient quantity and quality to perform assignments.
• Perform property maintenance tasks, including janitorial services, floor sweeping/waxing, grass mowing and snow shovelling if needed.
• Must be familiar with all "Work Instructions" specific to maintenance via VKS and all other relevant work instructions. Must keep current on new processes and process changes.

Pay:

Shift premiums offered for 12-hour shifts and night shifts

Job type:

Full-time, day shift position: 7am to 7pm

Designated paid holidays

Group insurance program

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Defined contribution pension plan with employer match

Safety glasses/Tool / clothing / shoe allowance