Job Description
TITLE: General Maintenance Electrical / Mechanical REF. NO.: GME20260511
DEPARTMENT: Maintenance EFFECTIVE DATE: 2026.05.11
STATUS: Hourly – Bargaining Unit CLOSING DATE: 2026.05.17
SUMMARY: The General Maintenance Electrical / Mechanical will work as part of a team to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in a manufacturing environment. The position will also support in repairing, maintaining, overhauling and installing a variety of machinery, including pumps, motors, grinders, blowers, compressors, presses, injection systems and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. The incumbent will be reporting to the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
ROLE:-
To plan and assist in the implementation of a rigorous, preventative maintenance program as well as a predictive maintenance program to minimize the plant’s downtime.
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Troubleshoot all phases of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, pneumatic and hydraulic systems of all plant equipment.
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Work alongside, give direction and/or assist outside contractors whom have been hired to assist the organization.
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Have a solid understanding and the ability to program and troubleshoot in-plant PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) system.
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Dismantle, clean, and re-assemble equipment as needed.
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Fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up.
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Identify and correct any problems found in machines, equipment, or processes in order to facilitate production.
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Coordinate and report on all equipment defects and/or failures to the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
- Participate in workplace safety and ensure compliance with all Health and Safety standards in accordance with current legislation and Active Exhaust’s Health and Safety Policy and best practices.
- Any other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.
DESIRED SKILLS:-
A college diploma in Electro-Mechanical (Robotics) program
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Minimum 5 years' Industrial Electrician experience is an asset with preference given to those with a background in a manufacturing environment
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Strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge of hydraulic, pumps and compressors, pneumatic and PLC controls, math skills and strong troubleshooting ability
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Ability to understand blueprints and specifications
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Must be computer literate (including familiarity with Microsoft office suite)
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Must be willing to work outside of regular business hours and perform on call support as required in support of plant operations
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Demonstrates initiative and can work both independently and/or as part of a team
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Analytical thinker with the ability to take a logical approach to problem-solving
REQUIREMENTS:-
Min. grade 12 or equivalent education
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Must pass both written and practical weld test
- Fluent in English
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Conscientious and punctual
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Willing to learn
