Maintenance Technician

Northern Employment Solutions Inc; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is looking for a skilled Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance operations within a manufacturing environment in Greater Sudbury. Key tasks include supervising maintenance staff, managing schedules, and performing hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery. Ideal candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude and leadership skills, with previous experience in the steel production industry preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of industrial or maintenance-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Good computer literacy for CMMS and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily activities of the maintenance team.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklifts

Job description

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee and coordinate maintenance operations at our Client's facility. This position is responsible for supervising the maintenance team, performing both preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring the reliable operation of machinery and equipment used in steel production. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance, leadership experience, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems (non-certified).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the daily activities of the maintenance team to ensure safety, productivity, and quality standards are achieved.
• Perform and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to mechanical, electrical (non-licensed tasks), hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules using CMMS software.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and downtime logs.
• Coordinate with production and safety departments to minimize equipment downtime and meet operational needs.
• Monitor and manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff, fostering continuous learning and adherence to safety standards.
• Support capital projects and participate in the installation and setup of new equipment.
• Conduct pre-maintenance safety evaluations and follow all required procedures during maintenance activities.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on environment, including lifting (20–80 lbs.), standing, walking, and bending regularly.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of three (3) years of industrial or maintenance-related experience, preferably in a manufacturing or steel production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with basic electrical knowledge (no license required).
• Familiar with reading schematics, blueprints, and manuals for mechanical and basic electrical systems.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, cranes, forklifts, and basic welding/cutting tools.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems is essential.
• Good computer literacy for CMMS and documentation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team.