Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson

J.D. Irving; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Canada is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson to ensure mill availability through efficient maintenance practices. The ideal candidate will have a Journeyman Pipefitter certification and 2-5 years of experience in an industrial setting. Responsibilities include collaborating with various departments to execute safety and production goals. This position offers full-time hours with potential for overtime and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Previous maintenance experience in heavy industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Operations, Mechanical Maintenance, Supply & Services and E/I.
• Execute strategies that drive safety, environmental compliance, quality, and production goals.
• Occasional requirements for overtime, on-call or shift relief.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Journeyman Pipefitter

Journeyman Welder (F3, F4 Pressure Pipe ticket, Tig & Mig)

Job description

As a Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson, you will work with a team of fully flexible tradespersons to ensure mill availability is maximized in an efficient manner. With a focus on reliability and Predictive / Preventative maintenance, you will be involved with inspections and repairs to a variety of mill mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• In addition to your immediate team, you will work closely with other departments, which consists of Operations, Mechanical Maintenance, Supply & Services and E/I
• Together with your team, you will help execute the strategies and initiatives that drive safety, environmental compliance, quality, and production goals
• Whilemainly requiringday work, there will be occasional requirements for overtime, on-call or shift relief

Qualifications

• Journeyman Pipefitter.
• Ideally 2-5 years’ experience, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting
• Previousmaintenance experience in heavy industry would be considered an asset
• Journeyman Welder (F3, F4 Pressure Pipe ticket, Tig & Mig) would be considered an asset
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

About the Team

Irving Pulp & Paper is a kraft pulp mill specializing in fibre for premium tissue products in global markets. With a staff of about 380 employees, the mill is the anchor of the New Brunswick Forest Products and Industry. With over $1.1 billion being invested on-site, we are investing in the next generation.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7226
• Job Category Engineering & Science
• Posting Date 12/10/2025, 04:30 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 408 Mill Street, Saint John, NB, E2M 3H1, CA