Maintenance Technician

About the role

Keep our operation running at its best. We're looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician who thrives on solving problems, ensuring reliability, and making a direct impact on mill performance. If you enjoy hands-on work, troubleshooting complex equipment, and contributing to a safe, high-performing environment, we'd love to hear from you. As a Maintenance Technician reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational efficiency of our facility. Your primary responsibilities will include promptly and safely addressing all maintenance concerns, such as equipment breakdowns and troubleshooting issues. You will also conduct thorough follow-ups on maintenance tasks from the previous shift and perform routine shift rounds. By diligently completing operating work orders, you will contribute significantly to achieving optimal mill reliability and performance. Your expertise and proactive approach will be essential in maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to mill breakdowns in a timely and efficient manner and working closely with area operators to resolve maintenance related issues.
• Investigate the root cause of equipment failure and make recommendations for long-term fix.
• Help develop Preventive Maintenance plans.
• Lead the troubleshooting and proper documentation (maintenance logbook) of all maintenance related items.
• Follow-up on outstanding maintenance shift issues from previous shift, enter appropriate work requests for required follow-up work.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of troubleshooting resources (prints, manuals, job plans, tools, spare parts, etc.).
• Installation, manufacturing and calibration of equipment or machinery.
• Maintain lockout certifications as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule

Standard Operations: 9-hour shifts Monday - Thursday (7am - 4pm) & 6-hour shift Friday (7am - 1pm); however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally, including early mornings, nights, and/or weekends, and be punctual while doing so. Must be willing to work occasional overtime, participate in emergency callouts, and rotating shift schedules as needed.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $26.50 - $30.00 depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

3+ years industrial mechanic experience required (including bearings, hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes). Experience in reliability techniques & knowledge of lubrication principles is an asset. Strong, demonstrated troubleshooting skills. Ability to use a variety of mechanical troubleshooting equipment and techniques (i.e. laser alignment). Ability to work extended hours as required. Ability to work at heights in a manufacturing environment required.

Skills

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred.
• Holds the equivalent of a certified Mechanic trade ticket or a two-year degree in Mechanical Studies combined with related experience.
• Closely related work experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Mechanical proficiency; working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; welding and fabrication.
• Troubleshooting, analytical thinking