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The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for providing general maintenance support for the Wetaskiwin facility and will report to the Maintenance Supervisor.

The Maintenance Technician will be required to be on a rotating on call schedule. MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE HATCHERY.

A snapshot of some of the exciting things you will lead and do:

• Maintain, repair and overhaul of building and production equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and improvements or modifications to production equipment
• Support projects including working on project teams as required in the design, installation and commissioning of new or modified equipment
• Maintain complete and accurate records of maintenance inspections and repairs, preventative maintenance activities and meter readings
• Schedule / track / complete preventative maintenance on all equipment, machinery and boilers
• Schedule / track preventative maintenance on all trucks
• Sourcing and inventory control of machinery and hatchery parts
• Working independently, troubleshoot machine problems and devise solutions
• Responding to maintenance issues and alarms, after hours and on weekends and holidays, is required on a rotational basis
• Work with hatchery and quality teams to ensure proper operation of hatchery equipment including incubators and hatchers
• Seasonal grounds maintenance and record keeping
• Support production with setting eggs into incubators
• Other duties as assigned

What we have to offer you:

• Competitive wages + Benefits + Pension
• Be part of a company with an inspiring and unique vision, with a deep commitment to sustainability and expanding its leadership in sustainable protein across North America
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that start on your first day of employment
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources and tools provided to all employees
• Employee Assistance Program

What you will bring:

• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
• Practical experience performing as a maintenance technician in an industrial setting
• Excellent mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong oral and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills
• Basic computer skills are required
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment, a self-starter who can multi-task and change priorities

• A valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license is required
• A valid Alberta Class 3 driver’s license is an asset
• HVAC experience an asset
• Industrial Mechanic (millwright) or equivalent work experience would be an asset

If interested, please apply to our job posting online.


We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.