Are you looking for a job in a well-established, North American manufacturing company?
Do you love working outside in a stimulating environment?
Does the stability of the wood industry sound appealing to you?

Look no further; our Carseland location is actively looking for someone just like you!

Shift Availability: Days, On-Call

But who are we?

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).

With us, you will have access to:

• Health and dental coverage
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Share purchase program
• Retirement program
• A competitive salary
• Premiums for afternoon/evening and night shifts.

What would be your responsibilities?

You would be responsible for assisting with the treatment process by performing a variety of manual tasks within the treatment facility.

Position Summary

The Maintenance B 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 reports 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

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of Wood/lumber product is an asset (i.e. length, width, dimensions)
• Ability to work in a timely manner
• Excellent coordination skills
• Ability to use hand tools i.e. barding tools, side cutters, etc.
• Attention to detail (to follow safety guidelines)
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Ability to follow signed S.O.P
• Basic computer skills – Windows
• Basic Math Skills

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 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
• 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

If this position speaks to you, do not wait and send your resume today!

Our team is eager to meet you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carseland, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?

Experience:

• Maintenance Mechanic: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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