Avina is a family business established in 2005. We are dedicated to sourcing and processing quality mushrooms to meet our customer’s needs. With over 20 years of experience in the mushroom industry, we strive to offer our customers great service, support, and a food safe quality product.

About the Position

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Industrial Mechanic / Millwright to join our maintenance team in Abbotsford, BC.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving the mechanical equipment and systems used throughout our mushroom-growing, harvesting, processing, and packing operations.

This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced agricultural and food-production environment. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, safety-conscious, dependable, and able to respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and preventative maintenance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production and farm equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical problems and complete repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Maintain and repair conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical equipment.
- Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Inspect machinery and identify potential mechanical problems before equipment failure occurs.
- Install, dismantle, align, and adjust industrial machinery and equipment.
- Replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, sprockets, pulleys, and other components.
- Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
- Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and basic machining as required.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings,



equipment manuals, and maintenance documentation.
- Complete scheduled preventative maintenance and maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Work with production employees and supervisors to coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance.
- Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns and prioritize repairs based on production requirements.
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures and all workplace safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area.
- Support continuous improvement projects to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Perform other maintenance duties as required.

Qualifications

- Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) certification is an asset.
- Previous industrial maintenance experience required.
- Experience in food processing, agriculture, manufacturing, or a similar production environment is an asset.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Welding and fabrication experience is an asset.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills.
- Physically able to lift, bend, climb,



stand, and work around industrial equipment.
- Ability and willingness to work in a cold, damp, dusty, and sometimes odorous mushroom-production environment.

Working Conditions

The Millwright will work throughout the mushroom-growing and production facility, including growing rooms, processing areas, packing areas, compost area and mechanical spaces.

The work environment may include:

- Cool and humid conditions.
- Wet or damp areas.
- Dust and robust odours.
- Machinery noise.
- Cleaning and sanitation activities.
- Working at heights where required.
- Physically demanding tasks.
- Overtime, weekends, or on-call work when required by production needs.

Safety Responsibilities

Safety is a fundamental part of this position. The successful candidate must:

- Follow all company health and safety policies.
- Follow proper lockout/tagout procedures before performing maintenance.
- Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Report unsafe conditions, equipment hazards, and incidents promptly.
- Follow applicable British Columbia workplace safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

What We Offer

- $37.00–$41.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Full time, permanent employment.
- Extended health and dental benefits, subject to eligibility.
- On-site parking.
- Training and development opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $37.00-$41.00 per hour

Experience:

- Farm : 1 year (preferred)
- Millwright: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Red Seal License (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Abbotsford)
🏢 Avina Fresh Produce
📍 Abbotsford