Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description
This role supports the maintenance team in a busy manufacturing facility by performing day-to-day repairs, preventative maintenance, and general mechanical tasks. You will work closely with an experienced maintenance professional, using maintenance check sheets, tools, and equipment to keep machines and the facility running safely, efficiently, and reliably. Responsibilities Support day-to-day repairs and maintenance processes across the manufacturing facility. Follow and complete the preventative maintenance schedule to keep equipment in safe working order. Collaborate with the maintenance team to identify preventative measures that reduce improper use or abuse of machines and equipment. Resolve mechanical and maintenance problems and recommend practical repair methods to improve productivity and product quality. Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments as required. Ensure employees have the necessary tools and equipment to complete assigned maintenance and repair projects. Accurately complete and update maintenance logs and records using in-house computer systems and Microsoft Office applications. Operate forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes safely and in accordance with procedures. Use hand tools and power tools to perform mechanical repairs, adjustments, and installations. Perform routine tasks such as changing oil in forklifts and lubricating bay doors and other moving components. Work with maintenance check sheets, review required tasks, and carry them out independently once assigned. Assist with rigging and crane operations to move and position equipment or components safely. Perform general labour duties in support of maintenance activities, including cleaning, organizing, and preparing work areas. Perform other maintenance-related duties as required to support production and facility operations. Essential Skills Mechanical aptitude and strong interest in mechanical systems (mechanically inclined). General knowledge of basic shop tools and equipment, including hand and power tools. Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment for repairs and adjustments. Experience with general labour tasks in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Ability to perform basic maintenance and repair tasks on machinery and equipment. Knowledge of crane and rigging practices sufficient to assist with lifting and moving equipment. Ability to operate forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes or willingness to learn with training. Basic computer skills, including use of in-house computer systems and Microsoft Office for maintenance logs and documentation. Problem-solving mentality with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and maintenance issues. Ability to work from maintenance check sheets and carry out tasks independently after instruction. Comfort working around CNC machines, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy industrial equipment. Strong attention to safety and ability to follow safe work practices at all times. Additional Skills & Qualifications Crane and rigging experience or certification is an asset. Forklift certification is an asset. Ownership of basic hand tools is an asset. Experience operating overhead cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts in an industrial setting. Experience working with CNC equipment or in a machine shop environment. Journeyperson Red Seal certification as an electrician, machinist, or millwright is considered a strong asset. 810 years of relevant maintenance, mechanical, or industrial experience is an advantage. Interest in pursuing an apprenticeship, with potential support for training and development. Willingness to participate in ongoing education, apprenticeship programs, and skills development. Why Work Here? You will join a workplace that offers multiple schedule options with shorter work weeks and additional wage premiums for night and weekend shifts. The organization provides competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, an Employee Assistance Program, and a company pension plan with matching contributions. You can benefit from a monthly incentive program with monetary rewards, service awards in five-year increments, and regular company and team events. The environment supports personal growth, career advancement opportunities, and education and apprenticeship support, including EI top-up payments. The culture emphasizes safety, cleanliness, respect, and results, with a strong focus on quality, community, and customer satisfaction. Work Environment This role is based in a manufacturing facility that designs and produces specialized heavy equipment attachments for industries such as construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, road maintenance, and resource sectors across Canada, the USA, and internationally. The workplace operates on a compressed schedule, typically a four-day work week (for exam