Building Mechanic

Maple Leaf Foods based in Montreal, QC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Building Mechanic who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. We are a carbon-neutral food company on a mission to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts.

We are committed to reducing food insecurity in Canada because we care about our communities. We want to be the most sustainable protein company on the planet because we want to contribute to a better food industry. Our sustainability commitments are central to our business and guide us every step of the way – in the food we make, how we care for our animals, people, communities, and the environment. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment and Full time job.

Employer Name : Maple Leaf Foods
Position : Building Mechanic
No. of vacancies : 7
Salary : $27 – $27 per hour
Employment type : Permanent employment, Full time
Location : Montreal, QC

• The candidate will be expected to report to the Maintenance Supervisor and perform repairs as well as preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings to ensure proper operation and compliance with food, health, and safety standards.
• The candidate will be expected to carry out the preventive and corrective maintenance orders.
• The candidate will be expected to follow and respect the preventive maintenance schedule for the equipment under his supervision.
• The candidate will be required to complete the necessary forms and documents related to the work performed.
• The candidate will be expected to manage and keep the inventory for the equipment under his supervision up to date.
• The candidate will be expected to perform interior and exterior building inspections.
• The candidate will be expected to perform mechanical work on the factory building in accordance with the maintenance department’s workload.
• The candidate will be expected to ensure that his actions in his function support the manufacture of products that meet the company’s quality, health and safety, and food safety criteria.
• The candidate will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
• The candidate would be responsible for reading, interpreting blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications and adhering to instructions and operating manuals
• The candidate will be responsible for operating, troubleshooting, replacing, repairing, and maintaining all heating, ventilation, and fire systems, as well as associated electromechanical devices and subsystems.
• The candidate will be responsible for replacing and cleaning air and roll media filters, as well as lubricating and tightening belts as needed.
• The candidate will be responsible for repairing and maintaining tubular steel furniture, water tanks, power plant equipment, security screens, steel structures, and security and non-security locks.
• The candidate will be expected to perform emergency repairs in the absence of other maintenance personnel and to assist plumbers and electricians as needed.
• The candidate will be expected to complete and keep accurate logs and records.
• The candidate will be required to check plumbing and performing some maintenance where possible (i.e. repair or replacing taps, toilets, and water lines; unplugging sinks, drains, sewage lines and traps, etc.)
• The candidate will be required to perform minor electrical maintenance (i.e. changing bulbs, fuses, switches, fixtures; cleaning and servicing electrical motors, refrigerators, washing machines, dryers etc.).
• The candidate will be required to clean, oil, adjust, and installing locks.
• The candidate will be required to patch cracks and plaster, brick or cement and painting.
• The candidate would be in charge of detecting flaws through observation including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises and conducting scheduled testing as appropriate.
• The candidate will be required to follow safety rules and regulations.
• The candidate will be required to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• The candidate would be in charge of developing and implementing a preventative maintenance schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• The candidate would be responsible for operating a variety of hand and power tools.
• The candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting machinery and performing routine preventative maintenance.
• The candidate must be able to collaborate effectively with other team members in a noisy environment.
• In the event of an emergency, the candidate must respond quickly, notify appropriate personnel, and adhere to safety protocols.
• The candidate will be expected to keep an inventory of repair tools and supplies
• The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the correct and timely completion of all protective maintenance duties.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English or French languages.
• The candidate should have minimum qualification of DEP or DEC n building mechanics, electricity or other certification deemed relevant
• The ideal candidate should have a minimum 2 years of working experience in similar industry.
• The candidate should be willing to work in an outdoor environment for long hours.
• The candidates will be required to work in confined spaces.
• The candidate will be required to work in hot or cold environments.
• Knowledge of electricity will be an asset to the candidate.
• The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Windows Excel, Office and Outlook.
• The candidate should have prior experience in the food industry, particularly with processes and production lines.
• The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude as well as the ability to comprehend complex diagrams and schematics.
• The candidate must be able to perform manual tasks.
• The candidate should have good physical and healthy state to perform all tasks quickly, effectively, and efficiently
• The candidate should be experienced in moving heavy equipment.
• The candidate should be capable of performing plumbing, general carpentry, cement work, and painting.
• The candidate should be well-versed in pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanics.
• To perform sanitary welds, the candidate should have knowledge and skills in TIG welding.
• The candidate should be able to organise efficiently and work in a well-structured manner.
• The candidate must be diligent
• The candidate should have a strong sense of independence.
• The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
• The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
• The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
• The candidate should be punctual.
• The candidate should be accountable.
• The candidate should be reliable.
• The candidate should have excellent customer service skills.
• The candidate should have the ability to work quickly without compromising quality
• The candidate should be energetic with a positive attitude
• The candidate should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The candidate should have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• The candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skill.
• The candidate should be client focused.
• The candidate should have strong critical thinking skills
• The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
• The candidate should have ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
• The ideal candidate will be a quick learner who can maintain focus and adapt to a variety of challenges.
• The candidate should be well-versed in health and safety regulations.
• The candidate should be able to act competently in an emergency.
• The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination
• The candidate should be well-versed in and capable of using a variety of power and hand tools, such as hosts and grinders, to complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders.
• The candidate should have a thorough Criminal record check.
• The candidate should be bondable and easily communicate
• The candidate must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
• The candidate should be required to handling heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• The candidate should be prepared for doing physically challenging tasks as part of daily work.
• The candidate should ready to work overtime if needed
• The candidate should be willing to work in standing position for long hours.
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in bending, crouching and kneeling positions