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Maintenance Mechanic

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Job ID 297617 Date posted 08/15/2024 Location : Brampton, Canada Category  BUILD OPERATE MAINTAIN (PLANT OPNS) Job Status  Hourly Full Time

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.


Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive — a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. You will be proud to work for a company with a strong history of ethics and a purpose of nourishing people. We offer a diverse, supportive environment where you will grow personally and professionally as you learn from some of the most talented people in your field. 

At Cargill we have a Culture of Safety, our goal is to return everyone safely back to their loved ones every day.


Job type: Full time
Shift available: 2nd shift


Job Description:
Cargill’s Protein business includes grinds facilities.  We operate some of the most technologically advanced plants in the world, but they can’t run by themselves – we depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you. Bring your skills to our team and we can provide you with the tools, opportunities, and a culture that values and supports employee growth.



Principal Accountabilities:

  • Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial maintenance throughout the facility while working in a fast-paced environment around raw meat
  • Operating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, electric tools, preventative maintenance technology tools, etc.
  • Documenting completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessary
  • Utilizing and working with maintenance trades and components such as industrial electrical/automation, industrial millwright work, and industrial plumbing, along with completing various building/grounds work.
  • Working with automated packaging equipment and conveyor systems
  • Operating forklifts and/or scissor lifts
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Standing for long periods of time, the use of stairs and ladders, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas of the facility
  • Other duties as assigned



Required Qualifications:

  • Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
  • Cargill requires that employees be a minimum of 18 years old
  • Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
  • Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
  • Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
  • Basic use of a computer


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Industrial food equipment experience or relevant experience in a repetitive/fast-paced environment
  • Basic experience with maintenance trades, such as industrial electrical/automation, millwrighting, and/or plumbing
  • Industrial Electrician 309A or 442A license
  • Industrial Millwright 433A


This Full-time  position is located in Brampton,Ontario; however please expect receiving calls from a 204-area code in case you are considered. Relocation assistance is not provided.


Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.

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