Heavy Duty Mechanic
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Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.
This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 1st
Compensation:$44.30/hr
Required Certification
- Valid Canadian Journeyman certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Automotive Service Technician, or recognized equivalent
Principal accountabilities
- Respond to radio calls and troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns on production and mobile equipment
- Perform daily preventive maintenance (PMs) and corrective repairs to ensure reliable plant operations
- Complete work orders accurately and in a timely manner
- Follow all site safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, to prevent injury and equipment damage
- Adhere to food safety standards by maintaining clean tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with HACCP and GMP requirements
- Remain aware of surroundings and operating conditions to support a safe work environment
Required Qualifications
- Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
- Cargill requires that employees be a minimum of 18 years old
- Journeyman certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Automotive Service Technician, or equivalent recognized in Canada
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, bending, and working in confined or elevated spaces
- Ability to work various schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
- Comfortable working in industrial environments with exposure to heat, cold, and machinery
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerial platform and/or forklift certification
- Experience maintaining electric and propane powered mobile equipment
- General multi trade maintenance skills (welding, pipefitting, fabrication, rigging, hydraulics, pneumatics)
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing or industrial production environment
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement
Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.
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