Mechanic helper

American Iron & Metal Co; Lévis; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading company in the metals recycling industry, where you will support maintenance operations as a mechanic helper. This role offers a great opportunity to kickstart your career in mechanics while working in a supportive environment. You'll engage in various tasks, from lubricating equipment to ensuring the smooth operation of production lines. Enjoy the benefits of long weekends, competitive starting pay, and a bonus structure that rewards your hard work. If you're physically fit, proactive, and eager to learn, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Salary starting at $20.50

Bonus of $1 per hour

Long 3-day weekends

Tuition Assistance Program

Vacation and benefits

RRSP matching program

24/7 access to virtual health care

New pair of steel toe boots from day 1

Qualifications

• Excellent physical fitness and good skills for manual work.
• Ability to work alone and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance team in carrying out the work.
• Lubricate equipment under the supervision of a mechanic.
• Ensure proper use and operation of company equipment.

Skills

Manual Work Skills

Physical Fitness

Autonomy

Methodical Approach

Teamwork

Job description

Be part of AIM’s growing success.

American Iron and Metals Company (AIM) is a recognized global leader in the metals recycling industry, with more than 125 locations and 4,000 employees worldwide. We have continued to thrive over the past eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of the AIM team, a growing team that over the years has managed to transform into a multi-faceted company whose business divisions include metal recycling, construction waste recycling, manufacturing welding assemblies, demolition and dismantling and recycling of cars. We pride ourselves on doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for everyone.

It's simple, we do it well. We strive for excellence.

The advantages:

• Salary starting at $20.50;
• Bonus of $1 per hour; (So, hourly salary starting at $21.50!)
• Long 3-day weekends; (Friday to Sunday)
• AIM Tuition Assistance Program!
• Vacation, benefits and RRSP matching program
• 24/7 access to virtual health care
• A new pair of steel toe boots from day 1

Job Description

Under the responsibility of the supervisor, the mechanic helper performs various tasks to support the maintenance teams. This position exposes the candidate to various types of maintenance on fixed or mobile equipment. An opportunity for the candidate to start a career as a mechanic assistant.

What you’re responsible for:

• Support the maintenance team in carrying out the work;
• Prepare and clean surfaces in order to inspect and lubricate mechanical parts;
• Lubricate equipment under the supervision of a mechanic;
• Ensure proper use and operation of company equipment;
• Clean conveyors on the production line;
• Ensure the proper functioning of machines on the production line;
• Inform your immediate superior of any action required, any problem detected or exceeding planned times;
• Work safely and in compliance with the company's OHS policies and procedures;
• Perform all other related tasks.

Qualifications

To join our team:

• Excellent physical fitness and good skills for manual work;
• Be autonomous, methodical and proactive;
• Be diligent and conscientious;
• Ability to work alone and in a team.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Monday to Thursday 1 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.;
• Long weekends off of 3 days; (Friday to Sunday)
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours;
• May be required to work outdoors and be exposed to cold temperatures (indoors and outdoors);
• Work in a dusty factory environment (sorting center);
• American Iron and Metals (AIM) and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected class under applicable employment laws.