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The Technician - Millwright main accountabilities is plan and execute the Mechanical equipment maintenance jobs in the plant.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

• Plan the jobs requested by Operations, Maintenance or Technical team
• Execute the job in the field according to the plan and the weekly schedule.
• Assure before the start of the job, all safety measures have been addressed according to Companys procedures.
• Capture and report the required data from the job as instructed in order to compile information for continuous improvement. 
• Use the CMMS (4S) to plan, execute and report the work.
• Optimize the Tool time providing true information of the wastes associated to the job and propose actions to improve the Tools time.
• Leave the working area clean and tidy.
• Provide mentorship to the apprentices in the reliability cultures.
• Lead other Technicians or Contractors if requested.
• Participate as requested in RCFA, HAZOPs or other studies.
• Supervise vendors on site during normal operation or Outages and Turnarounds.

Connection with the bigger picture:

The Maintenance Executing team is the hands-on tool workforce that executes the tasks and jobs in the field to maintain or replace the existing equipment to keep the plant running safely. They interact with the planning team to plan and schedule the jobs. They coordinate or execute the jobs in the field and manage the corresponding Working permits and JHA's.

• 5-10 yrs of experience in a similar position.
• Assembling, installing, and maintaining heavy mechanical rotating equipment.
• Tests and inspections to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently.
• Execute maintenance tasks and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and extend the lifecycle of equipment.
• Experience in Vibration analysis (AMS -Emerson) or equivalent.
• Performing preventative maintenance procedures and accurately logging maintenance.
• Operating machine tools, such as lathes and grinders, to fabricate parts necessary for the overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machinery.
• Excellent people management and communications skills at high and low levels.
• Ability to plan and execute.
• Ability to Influence.
• High-level decision-making ability.
• Certified Millwright or Industrial Mechanic.

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 
Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off

 
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

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