Express Employment is hiring a Maintenance Technician for one of our clients located in Coaldale, Alberta.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Maintenance Technician supports and ensures the completion of day-to-day maintenance activities at the plant. The position provides support to leadership for all maintenance stal to drive excellence and maximize elort. The position focuses on maintaining high-quality standards through the efforts expended at the facility that meet and exceed customer expectations while maintaining a professional and equally eficient environment for all production employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform standard work in a safe manner by following all written and verbally

communicated safety rules and procedures.

• Inspect and repair plant equipment, including but not limited to mechanical,

welding, carpentry, electrical, instrumentation and controls to minimize downtime.

• Document accurate maintenance activity records.
• Clean and maintain assigned areas and tools to ensure proper functionality.
• Participate in the continuous improvement process.
• Report incidents, near misses, and any non-conformances through the appropriate channels.
• Exemplify the expected values of organization including following policies and

standard work procedures.

• Give input on and coordinate maintenance supply purchases.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance Program to ensure completion and accuracy.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned.
• Cross-train on other production functions to aid as business need dictates.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• One-year certificate from college, technical school or manufacturing training

program. OR

• One additional year of experience plus high school diploma/GED in lieu of higher

education is acceptable. OR

• Two additional years of experience in lieu of formal education is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• 3+ year of experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Class 3 Boiler Operator License Required.
• Forklift License preferred.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Capable of installing, programming, and troubleshooting PLC; AC/DC drive motors preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot electric, air systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of lockout/tagout, arc flash requirements, confined space entry and hot work permit.
• Ability to work overtime as needed; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond urgently to down equipment.
• Elective team player, self-motivated, quick learner.
• Good communication skills with the ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.
• Experience in 480-volt 3 phase electricity required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance,

kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.