Maintenance Technician Millwright

EarthFresh•Burlington, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1963, EarthFresh has been an international leader in the produce industry, with operations in both the U.S.A. and Canada. We proudly specialize in providing the Foodservice and Retail industries with a wide selection of conventional and organic potato varieties ideal for frying, baking, mashing, boiling, and roasting. We are a team of fantastic people who are joined together by the same belief – that “fresh produce is a way of life”. EarthFresh invites you to be a part of our ever-growing team and share in our success!

Requirements

Post-secondary education - Maintenance Millwright (433A)
Current license for Skyjack, Fall Arrest, Forklift
2-3 years’ experience in industrial maintenance or mechanic role, preferably within the food industry
Experience reading blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings in an industrial environment
Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and perform maintenance on various pieces of equipment
Ability to work at heights and within confined spaces
Knowledge and understanding in the functions of welding processes and equipment, drill press, grinders, hand and power tools, impact guns, bench grinders, and band saws
Knowledge and ability to operate various production equipment such as weighers, baggers, conveyors and related pieces of equipment
Positive attitude and ability to problem-solve and multi-task
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
Ability to lift to 50lbs repetitively and stand on feet for majority of the working day
Flexibility and willingness to work overtime as required and willingness to work varied shifts which may include evenings and weekends

Nice To Haves

Current CWB license/ticket (SMAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG)
Experience with PLC programming

Responsibilities

Execute preventative maintenance program as per schedule on all equipment, building and machinery.
Conduct diagnostic checks, troubleshooting, and repair for all equipment, plant wide (mechanical, pneumatic, and programmable logic controllers).
Install, align, take apart and move industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces, generators according to layout plans using hand and power tools.
Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery as required.
Operate welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools as required.
Perform general building maintenance.
Report on all health and safety risks to Maintenance Manager.
Work in a safe manner in accordance with all company policies and procedures as well as occupational health and safety laws.
Other responsibilities as required by the Maintenance Manager.