Stella-Jones Inc Hiring for Maintenance Mechanic Full Time

Stella-Jones is North America’s leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Shift Availability: Afternoon (3pm-11:00pm) + shift premium

Unionized environment – The start rate shall be $1.00 per hour below the job rate for 3 months.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical plant equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines/equipment, using hand tools & power tools. Precision measuring and testing instruments and adjustment of equipment as required as well as preventative maintenance rounds and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Repair of pumps, motors, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot and monitor equipment function
• Interacts with equipment operators to determine needs
• Performs preventative maintenance and plant inspections
• Metal fabrication
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
• Diagnoses standard mechanical equipment problems
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts
• Utilizes welding and fabrication tools to alter, repair, and fabricate processing equipment
• Performs the preventative maintenance program established by the company
• Documents and s all maintenance work performed and advises of future requirements in a timely manner
• Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment
• Assists in shop operations in a responsive, efficient and safe manner
• Safe and responsible operation of company equipment always
• Abides to OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) workplace health and safety standards
• Willingness and availability to participate in on-call rotation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) year of related experience, an asset
• Appropriate trade training and/or experience
• Any relevant certification and/or training

Core Competencies

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Work at heights
• Time and stress management
• Attention to detail
• Systems process knowledge
• Mechanical and electrical skills
• Experience in hydraulics, electrical, pumps, valves, piping, threading and pneumatic systems
• Excellent trouble-shooting skills
• Basic mechanical knowledge in wood industry preferred
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Basic math skills
• Experience in fabrication and welding of various metals (including pipe welding)
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Write simple correspondence
• Work independently and be flexible regarding work assignments
• Operate a forklift and other heavy machinery

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match
• Company Share Purchase Program with Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities.

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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