preventive maintenance mechanic technician

Apple Valley Foods Inc; Kentville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A food processing company in Kentville is hiring for a permanent position focused on machinery installation and maintenance. The ideal candidate should hold a secondary school diploma and be able to work in various environmental conditions. This role offers health and financial benefits, enhancing the employment experience.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in machinery installation, maintenance, and repair preferred.
• Must have own tools and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in noisy, confined, and dusty environments.

Responsibilities

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions.
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts.
• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery.
• Install machinery and equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Electrical and electronic controls

Pneumatic system

Welding equipment

Power tools

High speed packaging equipment

Job description

Overview

Work term: Permanent

Work language: English

Hours: 40 to 48 hours per week

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Experience an asset

Work site environment

• At heights
• Noisy
• Odours
• Confined spaces
• Dusty

Work setting

• Machinery installation
• Maintenance
• Service
• Repair
• Food and / or beverage processing

Tasks

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
• Installing machinery and equipment

Equipment and machinery experience

• Electrical and electronic controls
• Fans and blowers
• High speed packaging equipment
• Pneumatic system
• Power tools
• Pumps and compressors
• Welding equipment

Area of specialization

• Troubleshooting
• Bearing, seals and packing

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan