Maintenance Helper

Emterra Environmental is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused company. Our organization has been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for Waste and Recycling that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE) and WEConnect International.

Our Material Recycling Facilities in Ontario are currently searching for a Maintenance Helper to be a part of the Maintenance team.

Position Description:

• Conduct predictive and preventative maintenance on all equipment
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Maintain required records, reports, statistics, in accordance with policies and legislative requirements
• Ensure work area is clean, organized and free of any safety hazards at all times
• Report any safety hazards immediately to supervisor
• Observe safe work practices

Skills & Qualifications:

• 3-5 years experience working as a ‘jack of all trades’ in a heavy industrial environment
• Previous work experience with conveyor systems, balers and compaction equipment
• Experience welding and cutting including some fabrication
• Basic electrical understanding and knowledge
• Able to make general repairs to building and equipment
• Able to work independently
• Proven mechanical aptitude
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work bent over for extended period of time
• Ability to bend, push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs
• Punctual, reliable, team player
• Post secondary mechanical technology an asset

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers! Competitive wages and annual wage increases!
• Comprehensive health benefits (drug, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the Company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!

Ability to have impact and make change!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

About the company

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