Mechanical Technician – Saskatoon Processing

SARCAN Drop & Go; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to creating a greener future in Saskatchewan! As a Mechanical Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing equipment that supports one of Canada’s most successful recycling systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment, where your contributions will directly impact the community. With a focus on teamwork, innovation, and professional growth, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful difference while enjoying competitive wages and benefits. If you're ready to embrace a career that truly counts, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Employer-matching pension plan

Employee assistance plan

Family-friendly work schedules

Qualifications

• Relevant journeyperson ticket or 3+ years of related experience required.
• Proficiency in MS 365 and strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle maintenance and mechanical repairs for processing plants.
• Manufacture tools and supervise contractors for projects.
• Assess damaged equipment and participate in planning.

Skills

Valid Class 5 Driver’s license

Journeyperson ticket as a Millwright or Welder

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Good communication skills

Physical ability to perform work

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork in planning and implementation

Professionalism

Education

Relevant journeyperson ticket

Minimum three years of related experience

Job description

Type: Full-Time

Minimum Experience: Relevant journeyperson ticket and/or minimum three years of related experience

A career that counts.

At SARCAN, we create meaningful careers that matter in communities all across the province. Help us create a greener, more inclusive future for Saskatchewan by joining our team made up of people of all abilities.

At SARCAN we offer team members many opportunities, including:

• An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your fellow team members, our customers, and our environment.
• An opportunity to succeed in a fun, supportive, accommodating and inclusive workplace.
• An opportunity to learn through many hands on and online educational opportunities.
• An opportunity to be rewarded fairly and equitably through competitive wages and benefits, which can include health and dental coverage, an employer-matching pension plan, an employee assistance plan, and family-friendly work schedules.
• An opportunity to be a part of a Saskatchewan tradition and one of Canada’s most successful recycling systems.

The life of a SARCAN Mechanical Technician

Each and every SARCAN team member is an important part of our team and our community. As a Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for:

• Handling a broad range of maintenance and mechanical repair and installation assignments for processing plants and depots across the province.
• Manufacturing tools and equipment to meet the particular needs and specifications of processing plants and/or depots.
• Hiring and supervising contractors for projects (e.g. installations, maintenance, etc.), as required
• Acting as an expert resource within SARCAN with respect to maintenance and mechanical projects, problems, and plans.
• Participating in larger projects, handling the key aspects of mechanical and maintenance planning and implementation work, and making recommendations accordingly, as required.
• Assisting with the assessment of damaged equipment and mechanical and other systems, identifying options and implications for repairs or replacement.
• Taking part in the relocation of depots across the province.
• Attending regular plant supervisory meetings, training and workshops as required
• Performing other duties as assigned

What are the skills you must have to perform this role?

To be successful as a Mechanical Technician at SARCAN, you will need:

• A valid Class 5 Driver’s license
• Prefer relevant journeyperson ticket as a Millwright or Welder and a minimum three years of related experience including a demonstrated ability to adapt and/or manufacture tools and equipment to exact specifications – willing to train the right Post Pre-Employment candidate.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365; comfortable learning new technical systems as needed.
• To possess good communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to do physical work and be able to stand for long periods of time
• A practical and innovative approach to solving problems
• To be able to work effectively with others in the planning and implementation of mechanical and/or maintenance projects
• A high level of professionalism
• To provide a satisfactory criminal record check as a condition of employment.

Are you interested in joining our team?

SARC/SARCAN Recycling is committed to advancing a diverse and inclusive environment. In fact, we were founded on these very values. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that each team member’s differences are what bring us together, deepening understanding and respect for each other. We acknowledge there are barriers many individuals have faced and still face in employment. SARC/ SARCAN Recycling creates workplaces that are open, inclusive, and where all employees can contribute.

SARC/SARCAN will reasonably accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please [e-mail] with any accommodation requests or inquiries and a member of our Human Resources team will respond to you.

If you are interested in a career filled with opportunities that makes a difference in the lives of people all across Saskatchewan, please apply online via the Apply Now link below by January 6, 2025.

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We thank everyone for your interest in this position, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.