Maintenance Technician - Electrician/Instrumentation Tech

Job Information

Job Title: Maintenance Technician - Electrician/Instrumentation Tech

Status: Full-time Temporary Position

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Acheson Facility – 25710 Acheson Road, Acheson, AB, T7X 6B3

Reporting to: Direct Reporting to Facility Manager and Matrix Reporting to Regional Maintenance Manager

About McAsphalt

McAsphalt is a company that specializes in asphalt products and services. Founded in 1970 by Leo McArthur and John Carrick, it has since grown to become the industry leader in Canada, with 26 terminals across the country. McAsphalt offers a wide range of asphalt products, including emulsions, cutbacks, polymer-modified, performance-graded, roofing, and industrial. Additionally, McAsphalt provides comprehensive services and technology solutions, encompassing paving, testing, research and development, engineering, and consulting.

Job purpose

In the role of Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, assisting in the general maintenance, preventative maintenance programs and asset management for our Facilities. This position will work with the Maintenance team to diagnose and troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues, support preventive maintenance objectives, and develop maintenance programs and procedures. Support equipment inventory systems and work with project managers and equipment suppliers/installers. You will be responsible for responding to emergency and general repair calls and providing a proactive approach towards maintenance with direction from the Central (ON) Region Maintenance department.

Duties and responsibilities

• Implements the maintenance program based on planning/scheduling.
• Responsible for maintenance of work areas and all tooling.
• Manages service, supplier and contractor relationships as per the values and objectives of the company.
• Monitors the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment and initiates reordering when necessary. Works in conjunction with the Maintenance Coordinator.
• Maintains, inspects, and repairs maintenance shop equipment.
• Ability to plan for improvements for increased production, cost savings, and improved safety.
• Supervises maintenance, delegates duties as required to meet operational priorities.
• Maintains and executes effective use of CMMS system.
• Works with Regional Maintenance department to make sure facility follows corporate policies.
• Provides support to engineering projects, as required, directly at the facility.
• May be required to travel to regional nearby plant(s) to provide additional maintenance support.
• Responsible for ensuring integrity and presentation of maintenance data for internal/external ISO audits.

Qualifications

• Red Seal certification in Instrumentation or Electrical, recognized in Canada.
• A minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in an industrial, manufacturing or production setting.
• Intermediate electrical skills (low/high voltage troubleshooting, drawing interpretation, etc.) or other trade will be considered an asset.
• Ability to work outdoors in all environments.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Basic knowledge and operational familiarity with forklifts, scissor lifts, and cranes.
• Confined space entry experience.
• Experience in construction or plant process environments - proof of ASP safety course - an asset.
• Flexibility to work off hours and respond to emergency overtime as required.
• Knowledge of production processes, Delta V automation, PLC automation, pumps, valves, piping, heating tracing, thermal oil heaters, steam boilers, radars and diverse electrical systems.
• Strong work ethic with ability to work alone or in small teams.
• Strong computer skills (Word/Excel/Outlook etc.), and experience with CMMS systems are required.
• Knowledge of ISO and 6S standards is an asset.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must possess personal hand tools, adequate to serve all facets of basic maintenance tasks.

Working conditions

• May need to assist other facilities in the Western Region (up 70%).
• Ability to work in all-weather elements, and at heights, and within confined spaces.
• Fluctuating hours based on the needs of the business and audits, etc.

Physical requirements

• Standing and sitting for long periods of time. Required to use power tools, and other equipment.
• May be required to lift equipment, tools, and other objects as required.

The MCA Advantage

SAFETY is not a priority, it's a VALUE at McAsphalt. Priorities can change by the minute; our values are set in stone! All of our employees are living the Goal Zero when it comes to safety. Not only do we provide you with the right PPE, we train you on all aspects of your job so you go home safe EVERYDAY! We have a full suite of health and dental BENEFITS and we match 100% of your contribution to your PENSION! We are present coast-to-coast in Canada and are part of the Colas Company family worldwide. We have exponential growth OPPORTUNITIES – just tell us where you want to go. We SUPPORT our employees and their families, in good and bad times, with our Employee Family Assistance Program. Accessible 24/7! Free and confidential – counselling for mental health, financial support, legal consultation, and more. We love to have FUN at work and work together to get the job done.

Please visit our website to learn more!

www.mcasphalt.com

At McAsphalt we work together to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are asked to apply immediately by responding directly to this job posting by sending a copy of your resume and cover letter for this position.

Recruiter

Leah McCallum

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until suitable candidate found.