Maintenance Utility Assistant

Emmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company. We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do! We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the highest quality standards in everything we do, including adding talented people to our team! This passion and pride have won us the distinction of being named one of Canada’s Best Managed companies for 16 years running.

This is a full time, permanent position. Rotating shifts Days, Nights.

Our Values say it best:

- We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
- We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
- We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
- We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Utility Assistant supports the maintenance and facilities team with a variety of day-to-day tasks, including general building maintenance, janitorial duties, and exterior upkeep, as directed by the Maintenance Manager.

JOB TASKS:

- Performs general facility maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, wall repairs, and drain/trap unclogging
- Completes weekly and monthly preventative maintenance checks on lighting, emergency lighting, sprinkler valves, drain traps, chilled water systems, and water filters
- Maintains and cleans all water and ice dispensers
- Supports on-site contractors including sprinkler, pest control, and door/dock service providers
- Assists mechanical maintenance technicians by supporting with servicing and maintaining equipment as needed
- Operates forklifts and scissor lifts as required
- Sets up meeting rooms and installs/modifies office furniture, whiteboards, and signage




- Erects and repairs storage racking
- Addresses deficiencies identified through audits and inspections
- Performs janitorial duties including daily sweeping and washing of plant aisles, rag collection, and rodent trap monitoring
- Manages laundry preparation and distribution of rags, uniforms, and mats
- Maintains exterior areas including snow clearing, salting walkways, and keeping silos and pads free of debris
- Covers the duties of the Maintenance Assistant or Utility Person during periods of absence

COMPETENCIES:

- Must have strong time-management and organizational skills, able to multi-task effectively
- Must have strong mechanical aptitude
- Must have demonstrated strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy; detail-oriented
- Must have a proven ability to interact well with others
- Must have ability and willingness to work scheduled shifts
- Must have ability to lift items of 55 lbs and perform duties involving repetitive stretching motions, stair climbing, ladder climbing, and standing

REQUIRMENTS:

- Complete testing per WIN_0069 – General Hiring Practice Guidelines
- Secondary school (High School) diploma, or equivalent

PREFERRED:

- Experience working in a trade
- Experience working in a janitorial role
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment

What's in it for YOU?

- Competitive wages
- Training and development support - Consideration for enrollment in the Red Seal Industrial Apprenticeship program
- On site gym and cafeteria
- Being part of an awesome team

If this sounds like you, please visit the careers section on our website and apply today at https://www.emmersonpackaging.com/careers/

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