Maintenance Labourer

Coaldale Chamber of Commerce; Coaldale; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainable agriculture as a Maintenance Labourer. In this dynamic role, you will be essential in ensuring the smooth operation of a cutting-edge greenhouse facility. Your responsibilities will include performing vital maintenance tasks, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and contributing to a positive work environment. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will help maintain equipment and uphold high standards in produce quality. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in an exciting industry that values teamwork and innovation. If you're ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive pay

Positive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit; able to lift up to 75 lbs and work in extreme conditions.
• Experience with conveyors, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including digging, pressure washing, and moving materials.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on equipment.

Skills

Mechanical problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative and direction

Education

High School Diploma

Trade certificates (electrical, welding, etc.)

Experience in a similar position

Tools

Hand-held tools

Power tools

Forklift

Job description

Recruitment services – post a job, find a job.

Hours/Shift: 6am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday

Wage: $21/hour

Whole Leaf, part of the Star Group of companies, is on a mission to grow Canada’s best-tasting and most sustainable lettuce, 365 days a year. Our 11-acre greenhouse facility near Coaldale, Alberta, is one of the most technologically advanced lettuce greenhouses on earth, producing Inspired Greens and Inspired Leaves for customers across Canada and beyond. Innovations in the use of robotics, integrated pest management, no-spray growing, water conservation and other technologies help make our lettuce a safe, healthy and delicious choice. Thanks to customer-favorites products such as our whole-head living lettuce and ready-to-eat cut greens, Whole Leaf’s products are in high demand across the country. Join Whole Leaf and help us raise the bar for Canadian-grown fresh produce.

The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale and we ask that individuals have reliable transportation to and from work.

Focus

The primary focus of the Maintenance Labourer is to perform maintenance related manual labour tasks such as digging, pressure washing, moving materials and tools, etc. Maintenance Labourers assist the Maintenance Team with ensuring that all greenhouse equipment and building utilities are functioning at peak performance.

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform manual labour tasks such as digging, pressure washing, moving materials and tools, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspection, breakdown, installation, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs, minimizing impact on production.
• Keep record of preventative maintenance tasks, corrective action and downtime reporting.
• General building/grounds maintenance and repair, as required.
• Participate in the commissioning of new equipment (training, installation, etc.); and decommissioning.
• Stay organized and maintain inventory of all equipment, tools, spare parts, manuals, and warranties.
• Comply with safety standards (OHS, ABSA, and Food Safety).
• Other tasks as assigned/necessary.

Key Attributes and Skills

• Comfortable and confident safely using a variety of tools (hand-held/power) and equipment.
• Physically fit; able to lift up to 75 lbs; stand/work on feet for extended periods of time; repetitive and strenuous tasks in uncomfortable conditions (confined spaces, extreme hot/cold temperatures, working at heights, and humidity).
• Mechanically inclined problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication (English language) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management skills and able to work under pressure; flexible.
• Able to work irregular hours when necessary.
• Takes initiative as well as direction.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Trade certificates considered assets (ie: electrical, welding, millwright, etc.).
• Recent experience working in a similar position.
• Experience working with the following systems: conveyors, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic.
• Current/valid Forklift Operator, Driver’s License and First Aid Certificate is considered an asset.
• Greenhouse experience is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• Hours may be irregular and in excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
• Work outside ordinary office hours (including weekends and holidays) may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in hot and humid climates found in greenhouses.
• Standing and walking for two to three hours in a row.
• Lifting up to 50lbs.
• Climb ladders and stairs regularly throughout the day.
• Crouching and kneeling.

About the Star Group

We love fresh produce! The Star Group operates in every facet of the produce industry, growing fruits and vegetables in our Canadian greenhouses, partnering with growers across Canada and importing the best and freshest from around the world. Our brands are Just Picked, Big Taste and Inspired Greens, and we believe our products are raising the bar for Canadian produce. If you embody our values of Passion, Persistence and Teamwork and would like to be part of the future of food in Canada, we would love to meet you!

We invite you to visit our website to obtain more information about our companies, divisions, brands and products – www.starproduce.com

Why Us?

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Positive and fun work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Be part of an exciting industry!

How to Apply

Please submit your resume (in PDF Form) in confidence. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

• On-site parking.

Schedule:

• Day shift.
• The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale. Do you have reliable transportation to get you to and from work?
• Are you capable of working in a hot and humid environment for an excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week?