Position Title: Equipment Maintenance Technician

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time

Requisition ID: 43037

About The Role
McCain Farms is seeking an experienced Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our Fall Harvest team. This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing grading equipment and conveyor systems to ensure efficient and safe harvest operations. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical maintenance experience and can work effectively in a fast-paced, outdoor environment.

What you’ll be doing

Perform mechanical breakdown repairs and proactive maintenance on grading equipment, conveyor belts, and related machinery

Line conveyor belts to ensure proper alignment and operation

Replace and grease bearings as part of preventative maintenance routines

Follow all safety protocols, including PPE usage and hot work permits (training provided as needed)

Safely lift and transport materials weighing 25–50 lbs

Operate effectively in outdoor environments, including inclement weather

Monitor equipment condition and provide timely feedback to Supervisor/Manager

Demonstrate reliability and maintain strong attendance throughout the harvest season

Work both independently and collaboratively with team members

Respond quickly to breakdowns and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

Experience with grading equipment, conveyor systems, and mechanical components

Proficiency in belt lining, bearing replacement, and lubrication practices

Skilled in using hand and power tools (e.g., wrenches, grease guns, alignment gauges)

Ability to read and follow maintenance schedules and repair manuals

Strong understanding of safety practices and risk awareness

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Willingness to adapt and work with urgency





Physical capability to perform material handling and outdoor tasks

Experience in farming or agricultural environments considered an asset

Valid Class 1 or Class 3 driver’s license considered an asset

Ability to weld is considered an asset

Benefits Of The Role

Competitive hourly wages (based on experience)

Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience during a critical harvest season

Exposure to agricultural equipment and operations

Training opportunities including safety and welding (as required)

Overtime opportunities and flexible scheduling, including weekends as required

Equal Employment Opportunity
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Location: New Brunswick (Florenceville‑Bristol, Centreville, Somerville), Canada

Company: McCain Fertilizer, a division of McCain Produce Inc.

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📌 Equipment Maintenance Technician (New Brunswick)
🏢 McCain Foods
📍 New Brunswick