Engineering Co-op Student

Job Description

Role Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Student to support our Maintenance team. This position offers hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, asset management, and reliability practices within a dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review OEM manuals to identify and document preventive maintenance (PM) intervals for critical crane components, including booms, main hoists, gantries, and trolleys across six cranes.
• Develop comprehensive job plans (work instructions) for each maintenance interval (e.g., 300-hour, 500-hour, 1,000-hour, 1,500-hour), ensuring alignment with OEM recommendations and best practices.
• Create clear and accurate diagrams for each crane, including the identification and labeling of all sheaves.
• Analyze OEM manuals to determine PM intervals for additional equipment, including reach stackers, internal transfer vehicles (ITVs), and forklifts.
• Shadow Maintenance Managers and team members to gain practical exposure to equipment, maintenance processes, and daily operations.
• Support reliability initiatives by participating in discussions and activities related to thermography, vibration analysis, and oil sampling.
• Prepare and deliver a final presentation summarizing key learnings, project outcomes, and contributions at the end of the work term.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering/Technology program (or a related field).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and documentation.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with CMMS is considered an asset.
• Flexibility to meet the requirements of a 24/7 operation, including shift work.
• Fluent in English.
• Previous Canadian work experience or experience working directly with Canadian industries.