Role Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Engineer - Maintenance, this individual will perform regular inspections and repair / replace and maintain work when necessary to prevent breakdowns and major overhauls on mechanical plant equipment on shift. Looking for permanent, full-time candidates with Valid Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic license (313A).

- This position is currently an active vacancy.

Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Hourly Rate: starting at $49 - $52

Shifts Available: Day Shift

Location:

Burlington Facility – Pork Processing Plant
821 Appleby Line
Burlington, Ontario
L7L 4W9

Key Responsibilities:

- Ensures compliance with TSSA regulations.
- Performs routine equipment maintenance, clean/lubricate boilers, refrigeration, HVAC, fuel, water treatment, compressed air systems, auxiliaries and distribution systems, housekeeping throughout plant.
- Installs mechanical systems throughout the plant and assists Industrial Mechanic Millwrights.
- Checks and Adjusts (calibrates) heating/cooling systems, brine chiller, humidification, air handling equipment, Kemco hot water system, repair high pressure hoses and pumps, scald and de-hair tanks systems after installation and makes necessary changes, adjustments and modifications to obtain desired results
- Maintains repairs, troubleshoots electrical problem, routine preventive maintenance, install and repair water/drainage piping, compressed air piping repairs, ammonia piping system repairs.




- Must be proficient at checking and inspecting all aspects of a refrigeration system including equipment, detectors and delivery systems
- Must be proficient at welding
- Checks and tests for leaks, sets and adjusts controls and regulators and checks operating adjustments as required.
- Checks and replaces mechanical components and controls.
- Monitor and records flow rates, pressures and temperatures within specific cold chain parameters.
- Capable of rebuilding pumps and compressors
- Ensure proper use and storage of approved chemicals.
- Follows GMP rules and GMP for Maintenance rules while performing repairs and PM tasks
- Ensures temporary repairs are done in a manner that does not create potential food safety hazards
- Informs Sanitation or Production when repairs are completed so that proper sanitation of surfaces can be completed.
- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- High School Diploma
- Valid Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic license (313A)

- Must be proficient in use of all mechanical hand tools and power tools
- Must be able to read and understand blueprints
- Must have computer skills for entering inventory records, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What We Can Offer:

We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package (includes health, dental, vision and life insurance after 3 months of employment), a pension plan, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. If you are a hardworking and dedicated individual with a passion for cleanliness and safety, we encourage you to apply for this exciting prospect.

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