Maintenance Technician - Afternoon Shift

Looking for a stable career close to home?

Ventra Salem is seeking Maintenance Technicians for our afternoon shifts. 

 We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to advance while working with people who value your hard work!

Preferred Qualifications

• Community College in a related field
• Five years in a mechanical/electrical capacity as a tradesman or;
  • • Five years related industrial repair/maintenance experience.
• Highly motivated; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and/or in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Ability to independently seek out and suggest downtime reduction activities and projects.
• Ability to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures).

• Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to interpret and implement Company policies and procedures.
• Able to communicate effectively in both verbally and in writing.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email, CAD, electrical control and PLC software is an asset.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot.
• Possess ISO TS14001 knowledge.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Job Duties

• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Inspects certain areas of the facility to ensure good housekeeping and safety provisions are adhered to.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Be knowledgeable in the use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems. 
• Painting and decorating of the interior and exterior surfaces as required.
• Adhere to departmental procedures and systems.
• Participate in minor construction work, e.g., dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work, pouring concrete, etc.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures.
• Responsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.
• Perform mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, refrigeration, etc.
• Recognize safety concerns and alert supervision/management.
• Responsible for snow removal and ice safety, as required.
• Responsible for landscaping and the overall aesthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in
• CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.
• Must be prepared to be on call during off-shift hours and weekends.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed

 Work Conditions

• 24 hour / 7 day per week availability may be required
• Physical ability to lift up to 75lb
• Travel to the site, and off-site locations, as required
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses, harness, etc
• Hazards associated with the trade
• Work both indoors and outdoors
• Will be exposed to construction sites and industrial machinery

Apply today to start your future career!