Facility Assistant (Maintenance)

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited; Tisdale; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

RRSP Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) seeks a Facility Assistant (Maintenance) to join the Grain team in Tisdale, SK. The role focuses on maintaining grain and fertilizer facility equipment, meeting production targets, and delivering excellent customer service while guiding other facility staff.

The job requires a ticketed Millwright certification, strong maintenance experience, and a commitment to safety. The successful candidate will handle preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, and

Qualifications

• Ticketed Millwright certification is required.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of grain elevator equipment.
• Health & Safety training and a commitment to a safe work environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a dusty environment.
• Post-secondary education in agriculture or business is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and project work on grain facility equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair malfunctioning machinery.
• Lubricate and perform routine preventative maintenance on machinery and facility equipment.
• Support general facility maintenance and housekeeping to keep areas safe and operational.
• Operate loaders, forklifts, and locomotives as required.
• Assist with fertilizer blending and other tasks to support projects and repairs.
• Follow safe work policies and maintain a safe, compliant working environment.

Skills

Maintenance

Safety procedures

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Education

Ticketed Millwright

Post-secondary education in agriculture or business

Tools

Forklifts

Grain elevator equipment

Job description

Who We Are

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.

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Division: Grain
Location: Tisdale, SK

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.

Want to know more? Start here: Grain & Crop Inputs | Parrish & Heimbecker

The Role

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)
• Flexible work schedule
• Post-secondary education preferably in agriculture or business

Why Join Us

Benefits

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

Experience

Required

• Ticketed Millwright

Motivations

Required

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help