Full-time +1

Req ID: 222004

Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital

Department: FMS Maintenance SS

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

CUPE Support Position

Posting Closing Date: 19-Oct-26

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About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Industrial Mechanic/Millwright participates in activities related to the maintenance and operation of the physical plant and associated services within the facility by performing duties including, but not limited to:

- assisting in the orientation and instruction of other staff;
- keeping appropriate records, statistics, progress notes, inventories and other related data;
- participating in a preventative maintenance program;
- keeping the Assistant Manager informed of department activities, needs and problems and fixing problems themselves as is possible and appropriate;
- requisitioning and replenishing supplies;
- keeping equipment clean and in good working order;
- reporting any malfunctioning equipment;
- carrying out maintenance tasks related to all welding, sheet metal and air balancing, as well as related general repairs to same;




- maintaining quality standards of workmanship on all projects;
- carrying out all aspects of maintenance, installation and repairs of metal work in structures and equipment;
- maintaining the grounds, including snow removal;
- assisting fellow maintenance workers as is possible and appropriate;
- carries out all aspects of maintenance installation and repairs requiring welding;
- performs repairs on all types of machinery;
- rebuilds pumps

Participates in the direct management of the service by performing duties including, but not limited to:
- orientating and instructing other maintenance personnel;
- requisitioning supplies and equipment for use in the program;
- keeping adequate records and preparing and submitting reports as required;
- taking emergency calls.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

- Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an Industrial Mechanic or Millwright.
- Ability to withstand the physical nature of the job, including standing, bending, kneeling, climbing involving heights, and the lifting and moving of heavy and awkward objects.
- Ability to operate various motor vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment related to the work environment.
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

- Permanent, full time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$32.79 - $38.55 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

📌 Industrial Mechanic/Millwright - Maintenance and Operations (Bridgewater)
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