Industrial Mechanic

Andritz AG; Blenheim; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services company in Blenheim is seeking a skilled Industrial Mechanic to maintain and repair machinery critical to production in the feed and biofuel operations. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have strong mechanical skills and experience in an industrial setting. This is a permanent full-time position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or agricultural setting.
• Experience in feed or biofuel industries is an asset.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical faults.
• Read and interpret blueprints and equipment manuals.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Use of hand and power tools

Reading technical drawings

Commitment to workplace safety

Education

Journeyperson certification as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Job description

Job family: Manufacturing

Business area: Environment & Energy

Contract location: Blenheim, ON, CA

Location type: Office Location / Office-based

Contract type: Permanent

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

We are seeking a skilled and safety‑conscious Industrial Mechanic to support our feed and biofuel operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment critical to production. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on mechanical systems and industrial processing equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Maintain and service feed and biofuel production equipment such as pellet mills, hammer mills, mixers, coolers, dryers, and conveyors.
• Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
• Inspect machinery components for wear, damage, or misalignment and replace or adjust parts as needed.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment or system upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with operations and other maintenance staff to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson certification as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) or equivalent trade certification preferred but not necessary.
• 3+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or agricultural setting; experience in feed or biofuel industries is an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools, welding equipment, and diagnostic instruments.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, manuals, and schematics.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment, including exposure to dust, noise, and variable temperatures.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and preventative maintenance practices.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.