Facility Assistant (Maintenance)

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

RRSP Matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Initiatives

Learning & Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is seeking a Facility Assistant (Maintenance) to join our Grain team. This role focuses on maintaining grain and fertilizer facility equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operations, and delivering excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.

You will perform repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance, operate equipment such as loaders and forklifts, assist with fertilizer blending, and uphold Health & Safety standards.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the grain industry, including grading factors and elevator equipment.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of grain elevator equipment.
• Trained in Health & Safety procedures and a champion for safe work environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work within environment subject to dust and allergens and lift heavy materials repeatedly (up to 50 lbs).
• Post-secondary education preferably in agriculture or business.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance, repairs, and project work on grain and fertilizer facility equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctioning machinery and equipment
• Clean, lubricate, and complete routine preventative maintenance on machinery and facility equipment.
• Support general facility maintenance and housekeeping to ensure equipment and work areas remain safe and operational.
• Operate equipment as required, including loaders, forklifts, and locomotives.
• Assist with fertilizer blending and other operational tasks as needed to support facility projects and repairs.
• Follow safe work policies and procedures and maintain a safe, compliant working environment.

Skills

Grain industry knowledge

Maintenance & repair

Health & Safety procedures

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift heavy materials (up to

Education

Post-secondary education in agriculture or business

Job description

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is a Canadian, family-owned company with over 115 years in agriculture. We operate across four divisions: Grain & Crop Inputs, Flour Milling, P&H Foods, and New-Life Mills, delivering trusted solutions from crop inputs and grain handling to flour milling, livestock nutrition, and egg production. By connecting Canadian farms to tables across the country and beyond, we’re committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability as we shape the future of food and agriculture.

Your Team

Grain & Crop Inputs: The Grain & Crop Inputs Division connects Canadian farmers to markets across the country and beyond. With a network of grain elevators, terminals, and agri-retail locations, we provide crop inputs, agronomic solutions, and grain marketing expertise to help producers succeed.

We are seeking a Facility Assistant (Maintenance) to join our Grain team. This role is responsible for assisting in the overall operation of the facility and achievement of production targets, while demonstrating an exceptionally high level of customer service and providing leadership to other Facility Assistants. This position is responsible for monitoring safe operating procedures and maintaining the corresponding documentation.

Day to Day

• Complete maintenance, repairs, and project work on grain and fertilizer facility equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctioning machinery and equipment
• Clean, lubricate, and complete routine preventative maintenance on machinery and facility equipment.
• Support general facility maintenance and housekeeping to ensure equipment and work areas remain safe and operational.
• Operate equipment as required, including loaders, forklifts, and locomotives.
• Assist with fertilizer blending and other operational tasks as needed to support facility projects and repairs.
• Follow safe work policies and procedures and maintain a safe, compliant working environment.

What You’ll Bring

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the grain industry, including grading factors and elevator equipment
• Experience in maintenance and repair of grain elevator equipment
• Trained in Health & Safety procedures and a champion for safe work environment
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work within environment subject to dust and allergens and lift heavy materials repeatedly (up to 50 lbs)
• Post-secondary education preferably in agriculture or business

Why Join Us

At P&H, our people are our priority. We’re committed to fostering a workplace that supports professional growth, well-being, and a strong sense of community. Join a team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture, and take advantage of benefits designed to help you thrive and succeed:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• RRSP Matching Program
• Paid Time Off and Wellness Initiatives
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

P&H does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team or hiring team.

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help