Technician, Maintenance

Kemira; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global chemical company in St. Catharines is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure safe and reliable operations. This role involves maintaining and repairing equipment, conducting inspections, and troubleshooting issues. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of industrial maintenance experience and strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and opportunities for development are provided.

Benefits

Group health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of Ontario OHSA regulations.
• Experience with pump maintenance and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant equipment promptly.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Certified Industrial Millwright

Other trades (pipefitter, welder)

Tools

Windows-based systems (Excel, Outlook, Word)

SAP

Job description

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Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers .

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Packaging and Hygiene Solutions team in St. Catharines. This role is key to ensuring safe, reliable operations across our plant while supporting ongoing improvements and growth.

This Monday-to-Friday day shift role is based at our St. Catharines plant, with occasional after-hours or weekend calls as needed.

What you'll bring to the team:

• Certified Industrial Millwright preferred; other trades (pipefitter, welder) considered
• 2+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience; chemical/process industry experience is an asset
• Knowledge of Ontario OHSA regulations; strong commitment to safety
• Experience with pump maintenance and pneumatic systems (preferred)
• Mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work with Windows-based systems (Excel, Outlook, Word); SAP an asset
• Knowledge of electrical, welding, and confined space entry (preferred)
• Ability to safely lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs) as required

Your responsibilities will include:

• Follow all safety rules and regulations at all times
• Maintain and repair plant equipment promptly to minimize downtime
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections (pumps, hoses, pneumatic systems)
• Assist with equipment change-outs, capital projects, and site upgrades
• Troubleshoot issues, determine corrective actions, and implement repairs
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to resolve equipment problems
• Source replacement parts and materials, and manage records in SAP (work orders, purchase requisitions, inventory)
• Communicate equipment status to plant personnel verbally updates, logs, and written notices (e.g. email).

What you can expect from us:

• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a dynamic manufacturing environment, learning from high-performing professionals with specialized knowledge and experience.
• Work with a global company committed to innovation, people and customer success.
• A competitive total compensation package including group health benefits and a retirement savings plan.

Please apply with CV no later than September 19, 2025, at kemira.com/careers.

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. We deliver tailored products and services to improve the product quality, processes, and resource efficiency of our diverse range of customers. Our focus is on water treatment, as well as on fiber and renewable solutions – enabling sustainability transformation for our customers. In 2024, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.9 billion with a global team of some 4,700 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com