Maintenance B

Saint Gobain Cristaleria, SL; Smiths Falls; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Smiths Falls is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for a hands-on technical career. You'll receive on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced trades professionals while maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing equipment, participating in preventive maintenance, and collaborating with teams. The role requires a high school diploma with technical courses preferred, along with mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. The hourly wage is $28.63 with various benefits including health and dental coverage.

Benefits

Health and Dental benefits

Group RRSP

Ongoing training initiatives

Allowances for safety glasses and shoes

Qualifications

• Interest in a skilled trade or maintenance career.
• Strong willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper use of PPE.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment.
• Support senior staff with equipment installations and upgrades.
• Learn to complete inspections and maintenance reports.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma with strong technical courses

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Kaycan has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance B position based in Smiths Falls to join our maintenance team. This is a great chance to begin a hands‑on technical career with a Top Employer and gain the training and experience needed to become a fully qualified Maintenance Mechanic.

As part of our skilled maintenance department, you will receive on‑the‑job training and mentorship from experienced trades professionals while supporting the maintenance and improvement of our manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and production equipment.
• Support senior maintenance staff with equipment installations, upgrades, and rebuilds.
• Participate in preventive maintenance activities and learn to complete inspections and maintenance reports.
• Mechanical fabrication, including cutting, welding, and basic machining.
• Learn to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Work safely and follow all company safety procedures and guidelines.
• Assist in basic electrical, plumbing, and hydraulic maintenance under supervision.
• Collaborate with production and technical teams to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and contractors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or Supervisor.

Training & Development

• Receive structured, hands‑on training from certified Maintenance Mechanics and Millwrights.
• Gain exposure to manufacturing systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and learn how to identify and resolve equipment performance issues.
• Opportunity to pursue trade certification (Millwright 433A or equivalent) with company support.

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Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in a skilled trade or maintenance career.
• high school with strong technical courses preferred.
• Basic understanding of hand tools, power tools, and mechanical systems.
• Supply own tools
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced industrial environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper use of PPE (hearing, vision, and protective footwear).
• Basic computer skills are an asset.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

Kaycan is a subsidiary of Saint‑Gobain, one of the world’s top 100 industrial companies, employing approximately 168,000 people across 75 countries. In North America, Saint‑Gobain operates over 145 manufacturing facilities in diverse industries such as ceramics, glass, abrasives, and building materials.

Legal Statement

Saint‑Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Benefits in joining us

What we offer…

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program offers a total approach to well‑being!

Certain provinces require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint‑Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates, the base pay range for this position is $28.63 per hour.

Our amazing benefits and programs include, but are not limited to:

• Health and Dental benefits
• Group RRSP
• Ongoing training initiatives
• Allowances for prescription safety glasses and safety shoes