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Maintenance Utility Assistant
EPC Industries Limited —Amherst, NS
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Mechanical knowledge
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Maintenance Utility Assistant

EPC Industries Limited
Amherst, NS

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

On-site gym

Skills

Red Seal
High school diploma or GED
Organizational skills
Mechanical knowledge
Time management

Full job description

Maintenance Utility Assistant

Emmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company. We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do! We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the highest quality standards in everything we do, including adding talented people to our team! This passion and pride have won us the distinction of being named one of Canada’s Best Managed companies for 16 years running.

This is a full-time, permanent position. Rotating shifts Days, Nights.

Our Values say it best:

We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Utility Assistant supports the maintenance and facilities team with a variety of day-to-day tasks, including general building maintenance, janitorial duties, and exterior upkeep, as directed by the Maintenance Manager.

JOB TASKS:

Performs general facility maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, wall repairs, and drain/trap unclogging
Completes weekly and monthly preventative maintenance checks on lighting, emergency lighting, sprinkler valves, drain traps, chilled water systems, and water filters
Maintains and cleans all water and ice dispensers
Supports on-site contractors including sprinkler, pest control, and door/dock service providers
Assists mechanical maintenance technicians by supporting with servicing and maintaining equipment as needed
Operates forklifts and scissor lifts as required
Sets up meeting rooms and installs/modifies office furniture, whiteboards, and signage
Erects and repairs storage racking
Addresses deficiencies identified through audits and inspections
Performs janitorial duties including daily sweeping and washing of plant aisles, rag collection, and rodent trap monitoring
Manages laundry preparation and distribution of rags, uniforms, and mats
Maintains exterior areas including snow clearing, salting walkways, and keeping silos and pads free of debris
Covers the duties of the Maintenance Assistant or Utility Person during periods of absence

COMPETENCIES:

Must have strong time-management and organizational skills, able to multi-task effectively
Must have strong mechanical aptitude
Must have demonstrated strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy; detail-oriented
Must have a proven ability to interact well with others
Must have ability and willingness to work scheduled shifts
Must have ability to lift items of 55 lbs and perform duties involving repetitive stretching motions, stair climbing, ladder climbing, and standing

REQUIRMENTS:

Complete testing per WIN_0069 – General Hiring Practice Guidelines
Secondary school (High School) diploma, or equivalent

PREFERRED:

Experience working in a trade
Experience working in a janitorial role
Experience working in a manufacturing environment

What's in it for YOU?

Competitive wages
Training and development support - Consideration for enrollment in the Red Seal Industrial Apprenticeship program
On site gym and cafeteria
Being part of an awesome team

If this sounds like you, please visit the careers section on our website and apply today at https://www.emmersonpackaging.com/careers/

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