Maintenance Technician

Skretting; Town of Saint Andrews; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in animal nutrition is seeking a Maintenance Technician in St. Andrews. In this role, you will perform inspections, troubleshoot mechanical systems, and lead maintenance projects. Candidates must have a strong manufacturing and maintenance background with at least 10 years of experience. The position requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts and offers competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, health insurance, and an annual bonus.

Benefits

Robust pension plan with employer matching

Competitive health benefits

Short-term/Long-term Disability

10 vacation days to start

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Formal education or qualification in the field of maintenance and mechanical.
• 10+ years of solid background in manufacturing with maintenance experience.
• Previous experience in industrial maintenance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and perform preventive and planned maintenance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures and perform repairs.
• Lead complex maintenance projects and supervise third-party technicians.

Skills

12-hour shift work ability

Troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in maintenance or mechanical field

Tools

Millwright certification

Job description

Join Our Purpose – Feeding the Future

Role: Maintenance Technician
Location: St. Andrews
Hours: 12‑hour shift, 4 days on 4 days off (2 days, 2 nights per week)

Why Join Us

Get ready to Own Impact as a Maintenance Technician at Skretting, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

Responsibilities

• Inspections, Preventive & Planned Maintenance: Assess and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical equipment; fix defects and perform corrective tasks based on inspection results.
• Flag potential issues early and suggest long‑term solutions.
• Lead complex maintenance projects and supervise third‑party technicians.
• Malfunctions & Emergency Repairs: Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures, evaluate severity and determine repair urgency, perform hands‑on repairs and consult with supervisors when needed.
• Modifications & Upgrades: Execute overhaul and modification work per instructions, recommend improvements based on experience and technical insight.

Who We’re Looking For

• Millwright and red seal (maintenance mechanic) an asset.
• Formal education or qualification in the field of maintenance and mechanical, including a bachelor’s degree or diploma, along with relevant experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• At least 10+ years of solid background in manufacturing with experience in production and maintenance management.
• Previous experience in industrial maintenance.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in 12‑hour shift, 4 days on 4 days off (2 days, 2 nights per week).
• Ability to bend, twist, lift and carry 5 to 10 kgs of weight occasionally.
• Strong manufacturing background with maintenance experience.
• Attention to detail with good data analysis skills.

What You’ll Receive

• Robust pension plan with employer matching.
• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA.
• Short‑term/Long‑term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance.
• 10 vacation days to start (tiered).
• Annual bonus.

Application Process

We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible. Candidates applying to Canadian job openings must be authorised to work in Canada. Employer sponsorship is not available for this position. Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Skretting is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Skretting is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.