Maintenance Technician

AcuFast is looking for a keen individual who is thrilled to join us in our creating the future of pork production. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. Due to expanding growth, we are filling a new permanent full-time Maintenance Technician position based in Spiritwood, SK. This position will directly report to Maintenance Manager.

This position will include the following responsibilities and day-to-day functions, but is not limited to:

• Work with the Maintenance Manager to prioritize work order completion based on urgency and work with the Barn Manager to ensure the provisions of safe, timely, and efficient service,
• Complete routine and preventative maintenance and respond to calls on a variety of equipment ranging from heating, ventilation and plumbing, welding, carpentry, and troubleshooting several assets,
• Work outside and inside the production facility,
• Adhere to all SOPs, biosecurity, and health and safety,
• Ensure proper operations and maintenance of all barn equipment,
• Respond to ER situations and work on an on-call rotation, as required, for after-hour callouts,
• Other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate would ideally possess the following experience and qualifications:

• Effective time management with a clear focus to attain results,
• Able to manage priorities and solve problems,
• Self-motivated and reliable,
• Strong troubleshooting skills,
• Demonstrates a strong technical sense and understanding of equipment operations and maintenance,
• 3+ years of experience in a related field or position,
• Class 5 driver’s license,
• Ideally lives in the surrounding communities of Spiritwood, SK
• Shares in AcuFast’s core values.

What we offer:

• Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals.
• A competitive wage between $23-$30 will be offered based on the applicant’s experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package and a registered pension plan, with a 4% employer match.
• Inclusive work environment.
• Dynamic and challenging work for talented individuals.

About Us

AcuFast provides pork producers across North America and worldwide with breeding stock and innovative genetic and reproduction solutions. We work alongside pork producers and industry partners to build the future of pork production together. It is a future where cutting-edge science and proven farm practices meet, ensuring the health of pigs, producers, and consumers for generations to come. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. We have a team of keen and innovative thinkers. You will love it here.

Create the Future with AcuFast

While we appreciate all the applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. AcuFast is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration. Applicants not currently eligible to work in the Canada will not be considered for this position. To know more about us visit our website at www.acufastswine.com