Millwright or Electrician with 3rd Class Power Engineer

In 1985, Ed McNally founded Big Rock Brewery Inc. (“Big Rock”) to contest the time's beer trends. Three bold, European-inspired offerings forged an industry at a time heavy on easy drinking lagers and light on flavour. Today, our extensive portfolio of signature beers, ongoing seasonal offerings, ciders (Rock Creek Cider series), RTDs and custom-crafted private label products keep us at the forefront of the craft beer revolution and still proudly contesting the beer trends of today.

Maintenance Technician with 3rd Class Power Engineer

Become the power behind the pour. Big Rock’s maintenance team is looking for a maintenance professional with a minimum 3rd Class Power Engineer or higher who will play a key role in maintaining the critical infrastructure that supports our brewing operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will have experience with Mechanics, Electrical, Pneumatics, and Plumbing and will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, repairing, and optimizing our brewing equipment to ensure that it is operational at peak efficiency. This role must be critically aware of industry best practices, safety procedures, and proper repair SOPs.

At Big Rock, our Maintenance department is the backbone of our operations, ensuring equipment runs optimally while maintaining the facility. Maintenance Technicians are respected “Jack of All Trades” team members, responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing automated production equipment in our brewing facility while using their knowledge to continuously improve production processes. If you are a problem-solver who perseveres through challenging equipment repairs, or is willing to learn, we want to talk with you.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Compliance with all ABSA standards and requirements, and reporting
• Operate, maintain, and perform maintenance on low and high-pressure boilers
• Effectively operate HVAC / chiller unit for proper ventilation and cooling
• Adjust controls and valves on equipment or computer terminal to regulate boiler operations
• Focus on safe working practices and quality workmanship compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Complete preventative maintenance work orders as assigned and recommend revisions to improve reliability
• Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair machinery and equipment including boilers, generators, pumps, gears, controls, and conveyors
• Respond to urgent maintenance needs at all company work sites as needed
• Conduct corrective work orders and address issues as they arise
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts, as needed, to complete work orders
• Perform mechanical tasks requiring skills including, but not limited to, effective mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of packaging and brewing equipment
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders and perform required maintenance and service
• Liaise with other trades onsite to complete repairs, equipment replacements, upgrades, problem solving, and mutual assistance as required
• Ability to perform quality work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to appropriately prioritize assigned backlog with limited supervision
• Working with Brewing, Food Safety, and Q/A, and Packaging teams on projects to improve functionality, efficiency, and safety
• Ensure good housekeeping and safety in the maintenance shop at all times
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience
• Millwright License or Red Seal Journeyman is an asset
• Minimum 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate, recognized by ABSA, in good standing
• Understanding and familiarity with boiler and pressure vessel operation code
• Able to read and interpret various schematics and drawings
• Maintenance experience in food manufacturing facilities is an asset
• Completion of post secondary / vocational or technical training is an asset
• Fall Arrest Protection and Confined Space Training is an asset
• First Aid certification is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft suite
• SAP experience is an asset

Work Conditions

• Physical ability to lift to 20 Kg.
• Personal Protective Equipment is mandatory e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Ability to respond to an after-hour emergency call if needed.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.
• Hazards associated with the trade.
• Exposed to various temperatures and conditions, work both indoors and outdoors.

If you are interested in joining a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, success-focused organization with an exciting growth plan please submit your resume and cover letter by email directly to jobs@bigrockbeer.com

Thank you for your interest in Big Rock. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime

Work Location: In person