Mill Maintenance Technician

Usg; Little Narrows; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in construction materials seeks a Mill Maintenance Technician for its quarry operation in Little Narrows, Nova Scotia. This full-time position requires a strong background in mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support. Responsibilities include conducting preventative maintenance, performing audits, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. Applicants should have mechanical skills, problem-solving abilities, and be proficient with digital tools. The role offers a competitive benefits package including vacation, healthcare, and wellness programs.

Benefits

4 weeks of paid vacation

Extended health care

Dental care

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Rewards and Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience following preventative maintenance programs.
• Ability to evaluate performance and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Perform audits and inspections in the plant.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving skills

Digital tools proficiency

General plumbing knowledge

Carpentry skills

Welding and fabrication knowledge

Education

Skilled trades certification or equivalent experience

Tools

Maintenance and manufacturing software

Job description

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material and suspended acoustical ceilings. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products, and people to build walls, ceilings, and careers.

CGC Inc. is currently recruiting a Mill Maintenance Technician for our quarry operation in Little Narrows, Nova Scotia! This is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Mill General Foreman. The Mill Maintenance Technician will be versed in preventative maintenance programs with proficiency in digital tools and a wide range of general maintenance skills. Hours of work may vary and be irregular with shift work required from time to time based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventative & predictive maintenance on various equipment and keep accurate maintenance records
• Perform audits and inspections in all areas of the plant as required
• Operate plant mobile equipment including snow removal and yard maintenance equipment
• Troubleshoot various plant mechanical equipment, recommending and implementing corrective action and repairs
• General knowledge of facility management requirements, including plumbing, general carpentry, welding and fabrication
• Actively support company values and initiatives around diversity & inclusion, continuous improvement, training & development, etc.
• Understand that safety is not just a priority, it is what we do.

Qualifications

• Skilled trades certification is an asset, but equivalent experience and technical expertise may be considered
• Proven mechanical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills required with experience following preventative maintenance programs
• Availability of basic tools with knowledge of general plumbing, carpentry, welding and fabrication
• Experience in crushing / milling and ship loading procedures are nice to have but not required
• Proficient in the use of digital tools and platforms i.e. Maintenance and manufacturing software
• Ability to evaluate performance and leverage tools to retain, engage and develop team members
• A track record of great work performance, attendance, and safety behaviors.
• The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment fitness-for-duty screening.

What We Offer

• 4 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service
• Extended health care (including prescription drugs, vision, and paramedical professional services)
• Dental care (includes both preventative care and major dental work)
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan - contributory defined benefit plan
• Investment plan - defined contribution plan with options to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and/or a non-registered savings plan.
• Incentive Plan - cash payments based on target achievement are earned quarterly or annually, depending upon the plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program offers fitness club memberships at a special reduced rate, health coaching, nutrition support, smoking cessation services, and much more.
• Rewards and Recognition Program

We understand the importance of balancing work and your personal life and will help you make your best contribution in both.

CGC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with CGC, Inc. in accordance with Federal and provincial laws. Information regarding applicant accessibility may be found on the Accessibility section of our website.