Our Company
Presteve Foods Limited is a fish processing and distribution plant that was established in 1980. We sell the highest quality fish found in the Great Lakes. Presteve Foods Limited (“Presteve”) is the leading vertically integrated harvester, processor and distributor of freshwater fish and other seafood in the Great Lakes, based on the shores of Lake Erie, ON. The company specializes in processing and marketing freshwater fish harvested from the Great Lakes and other Canadian, U.S. and European freshwater fisheries. Presteve supplies fresh and frozen fish – whether whole, dressed, filleted or breaded / battered – to wholesalers, distributors and retail customers in the USA and Canada, under both its own brand and private label. Presteve’s purpose as a company is “to preserve and elevate the centuries’ old tradition of harvesting and preparing unique, wild, freshwater fish, and other specialty seafood, and to share this natural resource with the world.” The company’s most ambitious goal is “to become the leader in North America of unique, wild, freshwater fish, and other specialty seafood, and make their sources famous.” Presteve continues to grow through the expansion of existing operations and an acquisition strategy supported by its majority shareholder, Founders Food Group, a Vancouver-based family investment firm. Due to our continuous growth, we are looking for reliable full time staff members to join our growing plant facility. If you want to work for an industry leader; fast growing company; a company where you can grow within; as well as a great working environment and culture, then Presteve Foods is the place for you!
Position Summary
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, preventive maintenance and repair of any mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic equipment or components that support the production and facility operations
Duties
- Install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on production equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical machinery.
- Performing oil changes and required service to Fleet trucks and forklifts.
- Performing repairs on commercial fishing vessels.
- General repairs and clean up duties which may include roll-up door repairs, latch repairs, caulking, weatherproofing, minor roof repairs, basic concrete work, basic metal work, basic fence/gate repair, lighting, basic electrical troubleshooting, basic carpentry, landscaping, snow removal, garbage disposal, and general renovation/restoration.
- Perform all technical procedures are compliant with standard operating procedures (SOP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with internal teams or external clients.
Qualifications
- High school or general education degree.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in maintenance roles.
- Proficiency with hand and power tools, repairs, maintenance requirements.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license to travel between locations as required.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Ability to prioritizing work, completing repairs efficiently.
- Strong electrical background considered an asset.
- Communicates effectively with other department managers, supervisors, and employees.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- A commitment to safety practices in all aspects of work.
Physical Abilities
- Employee must be able to stand for long periods.
- Employee must be able to bend, lift, squat and twist.
- Employee must be comfortable working outdoors.
- Employee must be able to lift to 80 lbs.
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act:
Presteve Foods is an inclusive employer that is committed to promoting dignity, equal opportunity, and integration within the workplace. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our Team. Presteve Foods is open and willing to accommodate all applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as within the workplace. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department at any point during the process should they require accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $18.73-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wheatley, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
