Maintenance Power Engineer

Greif; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a Maintenance Power Engineer in Peterborough, Ontario. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance of manufacturing equipment, requiring a Power Engineer Class 4 certificate and 3-5 years of hands-on experience. The compensation range is $23.17 – $39.52 per hour, with comprehensive benefits offered from day one.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Power Engineer Class 4 certificate.
• 3-5 years of practical hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Operate and maintain water chillers, air compressors, and boiler systems.
• Conduct mechanical, PLC, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting.

Skills

Ability to operate machines, hand tools and electrical equipment

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to follow directions and work well in a team

Education

Power Engineer Class 4 certificate

Electrical license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Automated industrial machinery

Job description

Overview

Job Requisition #: 031375 — Maintenance Power Engineer (Fill Date: 08/18/2025)

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.

Role Description

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services with a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations. Our vision is to be the best customer service company in the world and our purpose is creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Role Overview

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and systems according to established procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water chillers, air compressors, boiler, and other utility systems.
• Ensure reliability of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
• Conduct mechanical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Use hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices using hand and power tools.
• Adhere to all plant safety policies.
• Participate in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Holds a valid Power Engineer Class 4 certificate.
• An electrical license is a strong contributing factor.
• 3-5 years of practical hands-on experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to operate machines, hand tools and electrical equipment.
• Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
• Strong problem-solving skills with practical multidisciplinary systems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Welding, machining and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Physical requirements: capable of working around fixed equipment and machinery; working from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding; handling heavy equipment and supplies; operating multiple controls; able to work in hazardous or irritating environments and in confined spaces with appropriate PPE.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $23.17 – $39.52 per hour. Offers may vary based on market data, knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The position may be eligible for a short-term incentive. Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits available on day one.

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