Maintenance Technician

Burnbrae Farms is a sixth-generation Canadian family-owned company that is operated today by the 4th generation of the Hudson family. We are proud to be one of Canada's leading egg processors with farms, grading stations and processing operations across the country.

Today, Burnbrae has grown into the leading egg processor in Canada, with an attractive consumer brand and value-added products that include Egg Creations, Simple Egg Whites, EGG Bakes, EGG Bites and EGGS2go. We partner with 400 local egg farmers across the country and we operate in five provinces; including British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Quebec and Ontario with 6 farms, 2 distribution centres, 8 grading stations, 3 processing plants grading, boiling, cooking and shipping eggs across Canada. With a bright future and ambitious plans, the company continues to grow nation-wide and currently employs over 1700 passionate, dedicated employees.

**GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES**:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment or components. The incumbent applies knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to the site.

**PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Follow all required work safe practices, which includes but not limited to lock-out tag-out, PPE, chemical safety, fall protection, etc.
- Compliance to Quality, Food Safety, and GMP procedures and standards.
- Troubleshoot, maintain and repair packaging, utility, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment.
- Adjust equipment to ensure the proper performance and safe operating conditions.
- Collaborate with employees on procedures for working safely with electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Document breakdowns and preventive maintenance on the CMMS software.
- Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
- Identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Install, start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
- Maintain cleanliness of Maintenance Shop and work areas.
- Support and implement continuous process improvements.
- Active participation in meetings and activities as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS**:

- Practical knowledge and experience with processing and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing facility.
- Capable of effectively troubleshooting equipment, instrumentation, and programming failures.
- Knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of specialized instruments for diagnostic purposes.
- Ability to follow instructions and maintain a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work as a team or independently with mínimal supervision.
- Develop a positive work environment through team building and collaboration
- Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed.
- Be on an on-call rotation.

**WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**
- Successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship (e.g. 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician, 442A Industrial Electrician, 447A Instrumentation and Control Technician, or 433A Industrial Mechanic Millwright).
- 3-5 years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $30.24 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brockville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Able to be available for on-call duties, weekends, as well as day and afternoon shifts? Yes or No?
- How many years of experience do you have in maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment?

**Experience**:

- Maintenance: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Are you red seal certified? (required)

Work Location: In person