Facilities Maintenance Technician

Cavendish Farms; Prince Edward Island; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading producer of frozen food products as a Facilities Support Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for executing a variety of general maintenance tasks to ensure the plant's functionality. Your skills in plumbing and carpentry will be essential as you tackle repairs and installations. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team. With a strong focus on employee growth and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their career.

Benefits

Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Health & wellness reimbursements

Maternity leave top-up program

RRSP matching program

Job-related training and development opportunities

Hybrid work schedule

Relocation costs

Qualifications

• Solid experience in maintenance work across various tasks.
• Understanding of plumbing basics for repairs and maintenance.
• Strong carpentry skills for diverse projects and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Execute general maintenance tasks for plant upkeep.
• Conduct plumbing repairs, installations, and maintenance.
• Handle carpentry projects including construction and repairs.

Skills

General Maintenance

Plumbing

Carpentry

Hand Tools Proficiency

Mechanical Aptitude

Attention to Detail

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Support Technician will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, a “Can Do” attitude, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

• Hourly Wage: $26.66/hr

Responsibilities

• Execute a wide range of general maintenance tasks to ensure the upkeep and functionality of the plant.
• Utilize fundamental plumbing knowledge to conduct repairs, installations, and maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Utilize carpentry expertise to handle diverse projects, including construction, repairs, and renovations.
• Showcase proficiency with a variety of hand tools for efficient and precise completion of maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a solid track record of experience in maintenance work and a variety of maintenance tasks.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of plumbing basics, enabling the successful repair and maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Exhibit strong carpentry skills to effectively tackle a variety of projects and minor repairs.
• Display proficiency in the use of hand tools, ensuring accurate and efficient completion of maintenance tasks.
• Have a keen eye for detail, ensuring thoroughness and precision in all maintenance activities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
• Must attain an acceptable level in all appropriate aptitude evaluations:
  • PI – Behavioural & Cognitive
  • Bennett Mechanical: 75

About the Team

Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have two state-of-the-art potato processing plants in PEI, one in Lethbridge, AB, and another in Jamestown, ND. Headquartered in Dieppe, NB, the company also operates an appetizer plant in Wheatley, ON, and has sales office locations in Toronto and Boston.

Benefits

• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & wellness reimbursements, including gym memberships, fitness classes, or online workout programs
• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
• RRSP matching program
• Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
• Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies
• Hybrid work schedule (if applicable) to provide you the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification: 1614
• Job Category: Production & Skilled Trades
• Posting Date: 12/03/2024, 11:49 AM
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 25532 Main Highway 2, New Annan, PE, C1N 4J9, CA