FW Maintenance Support

Maintenance Support Technician

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

Cold Ocean Salmon, a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program, is offering a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company’s Freshwater Team at our Swanger’s Cove Hatchery based in St. Alban’s, NL.

The Role:

This position offers full-time employment. You will be responsible for the service of equipment as per the preventative maintenance schedule. You will be required to help troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions, clean and check equipment, as well as plan work activities and projects with the Hatchery Manager. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team player who possesses a strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. This position will be required to assist with daily hatchery routines and duties related to aquaculture. Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours as determined by staff schedule and seasonal workload. Knowledge of and/or experience working with pumps, filters, PLC’s, and speed drives plus basic plumbing and/or carpentry, will be considered an asset.

Cooke offers full-time year round employment, competitive rates and a competitive benefits package which includes health and dental as well as a company matched pension

The Opportunity:

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to work within the parameters of the role but to reach your fullest potential. We are a team that is driven to succeed. We count performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of a growing, global leader in seafood and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

The Why:

Why Cooke? Simple – we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.