Feversham - Maintenance Technician

Ice River Sustainable Solutions; Feversham; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable solutions provider in Ontario is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal operation of production equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical systems, performing repairs, and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of mechanical experience and strong problem-solving skills. A positive, team-oriented mindset is essential. This role offers an opportunity to work with innovative technology and various operational areas.

Benefits

Tool allowances

Paid development

Possibility for machine overhauls

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-speed packaging or food/beverage manufacturing environment.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player willing to assist all departments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
• Repair, install, and maintain production equipment.
• Participate in various improvement projects.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Ability to read schematics

Education

3 to 5 years mechanical experience

Tools

Preventative maintenance software

Job description

Overview

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we’re a Canadian, family-owned company turning 100% recycled plastic into sustainable products and leading the way in innovation. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top Greenest Employers, we’re driven by creativity, passion, and the belief that together, we can build a cleaner future. We’re looking for self-motivated, hands-on doers who love to learn, work hard, and make things happen.

Position Summary

Maintenance Technician is a critical role and is crucial to the overall productivity of the organizations. Technicians’ expertise in equipment and facility maintenance ensures that operations run smoothly, efficiently, and safely in performing mechanical work to maintain various high speed production equipment in good working order. Maintain, repair, and modify existing and new equipment, including the fabrication of simple parts. Follow safe operating procedures, support safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, company property, environmental, and team member’s safety.

You Can Expect

• Possibility to participate in machine overhauls local or remote (if interested).
• Opportunity to work with the Newest Technology.
• Tool allowances.
• Paid development.
• Opportunity to live outside of the city – no traffic, better cost of living.
• Different areas to work in (BMPR, Injection, packaging, CRP, thermoforming, pyrolysis, projects, etc).
• Other perks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic systems using schematics and technical drawings.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine how to proceed.
• Participate in the implementation of various improvement projects.
• Repair, install, align, dismantle, and move equipment / production lines.
• Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts.
• Clean, lubricate and perform machine maintenance.
• The Maintenance Mechanic ensures the operation and maintenance (predictive and preventive) of production equipment and assets and detect irregularities and malfunctions.

Education/Skills/Experience

• 3 to 5 years mechanical experience preferred, in a high-speed packaging or a food/beverage manufacturing environment.
• Possess strong mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to correctly read and interpret schematics.
• Experience working with preventative maintenance software.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with lots of change.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures.
• Strong team player with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Possess a positive drive to assist all departments, as required.

Working Environment and Physical Demands

The Maintenance Technician is required to stand; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequent walking, including going up and down stairs and ladders, and bending are required.

• Working at heights and in confined spaces may be required.
• Working conditions in certain areas can be wet, slippery and noisy.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, able to crouch, bend and kneel, as well as capable of heavy lifting and carrying.
• May involve exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, dust, fumes, or hazardous materials.
• PPE, such as helmets, safety glasses, gloves, or respiratory protection, may be necessary.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Note to Recruiting Agencies

Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.