This position is a unionized position and covered by the collective agreement between Trecan and the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, Local 56 (the “Union”). Preference will be given to internal applicants with the necessary qualifications to perform the duties of the position. The successful applicant will be required to be a member in good standing or become a member of the Union.
ABOUT US
Trecan Combustion Ltd. is a Canadian-owned company. For over 35 years, we have been designing and manufacturing Snowmelters. We export our product around the world to airports, cities, snow contractors and other customers.
Trecan’s technical history is steeped in combustion technology and thermal efficiency. Our Snowmelters are the most energy efficient available, due to our submerged combustion system. This method transfers heat energy from the combustion process to water and snow in the melting tank through direct contact.
Our products also include IT-enabled remote monitoring capability. For these reasons and more, our Snowmelters are considered “the industry standard”.
JOB TASKS:

• In consultation with the Production Manager and Shop Foreman, plan, draw up statements of work, solicit competing bids, and supervise implementation of important upgrades to facilities such as air compressor and sandblasting, water piping, ventilation in test bay, and heating in test bay office, addressing freezing water concerns in our shops.
• Coordinates with Purchasing for most maintenance-related purchases.
• Arrange for timely maintenance/repair/replacement/purchasing/installation of items in shops identified by JOHSC or Trecan’s outside safety consultant.
• Arranging for Annual Certifications/Inspections and maintenance and repair of cranes, rigging, scissorlifts, man basket and other major equipment.
• Forklift: Monitor records to check that daily inspections are being carried out, arrange for annual certifications/inspections and follow-up, and solicit quotes for Maintenance of forklifts with contractors. Advise CEO when replacement of a particular forklift becomes more desirable than continued repairs.
• Routine maintenance on generator.
• Monthly oil tank inspections.
• Regular inspection of ladder, scaffolding, carts and doilies. Arrange for replacement and disposal of worn/damaged items when necessary.
• Furnaces – Service to Furnaces, monitor fuel tank levels, filling of tanks.
• Maintenance/Inspection of plate rolls, plate benders, brakes and shears.
• In consultation with painter, ensure that basting equipment, paint pump, MUA, exhaust and other items in the paint shop/blast tent are maintained in a correct and timely manner.
• Air Compressors: arranging for monthly inspections.
• Arranging for servicing/inspection of Air Testing (Breathing Air systems) through our contractor.
• Arrange for road vehicle maintenance, repair and inspection. Some repairs may be done by assembly personnel. Advise CEO when vehicle replacement becomes more desirable than continued repairs to that vehicle.
• Oversee maintenance of skid steer loader.
• Perform routine maintenance and change filters in smoke hogs (six).
• Perform routine maintenance on cistern water pump, exhaust fan and water filtration.
• Check monthly and arrange yearly fire extinguishers (50 plus) inspections.
• Check egress routes weekly.
• Monthly Inspection of overhead garage doors. Book yearly inspections of overhead garage doors.
• Maintain refractory oven (fix every so often).
• Ensuring that the vibrating table (Concrete), saws (many), drill presses, grinding machines and threading pipe machines are maintained and repaired in a correct and timely manner.
• Washroom maintenance including all plumbing issues, all leaks, backflow prevention fans, septic tanks, filters.
• Front vehicle gate maintenance and ensure that gate is closed at the end of the day.
• Check/test fire alarms.
• Arrange for/carry out, and then follow-up performance of day-to-day maintenance tasks such as replacement of ceiling lights, pest control, small paint jobs, outdoor lights, fixing door and gate problems, and waste management.
• Arrange for repairs to building such as roof leaks.
• Yard maintenance-negotiate and coordinate with waste removal companies, yard maintenance when required (mowing lawns, etc.)
• Perform other duties as determined management.
• Ensure all activities are carried out and all tools are used in accordance with Company policies and regulatory laws and regulations.
• Work in a manner that ensures safety of fellow employees.
• Report any damaged equipment, faulty equipment or safety hazards to the Shop Foreman or Management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Millwright (or apprentice), industrial mechanic or other related trade/equivalent experience in an industrial setting.
• Minimum of four years’ experience.
• Ability to work as a team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to ensure timely execution of tasks and completion of assigned jobs.
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, shop foremen and managers to ensure that projects are completed properly.
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work in uncomfortable environments including loud noise level (requiring hearing protection to be worn) and be exposed to fumes or airborne particles (requiring a respirator to be worn).
• Work in uncomfortable positions such as bending over, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, climbing, sitting, and standing.
• Work outdoors in weather conditions applicable to Nova Scotia.
• May lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Trecan is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $31.50-$35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person