FARM MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Description
FARM MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have state-of-the-art potato processing plants in Prince Edward Island, Lethbridge, Alberta, and Jamestown, North Dakota, and an appetizer plant in Wheatley, Ontario. Our Head office is in Dieppe, New Brunswick and has sales office locations in Toronto, Montreal, and Boston.
Reporting to the Farm Manager, the successful incumbent will have a positive attitude, be results-driven, a self-starter who are always looking for opportunities for improvement, and have the ability to adapt to a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
*Please Note: A clean criminal background check, driving abstract and drug screen will be required prior to an employment offer being extended.
Qualifications:
Education Required: High School Diploma or Trade Certification
Years of Experience Required: 1 year
Basic mechanical aptitude and a strong desire to continuously learn and advance their skillset
Ability to lift up to 55lbs (25kgs)
Reliable and able to work extended hours, evenings and weekends
Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
High degree of attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multi-task
Key Responsibilities:
Perform preventative maintenance inspections to ensure reliability and safety throughout the season
Inspect, repair and maintain farm machinery or equipment. This includes, but is not limited to tractors, trucks, tillage equipment, potato harvesters, and other potato handling equipment.
Maintain a safe and tidy workspace
All other duties as assigned
If you are interested in applying for this career opportunity, please apply:
Online
Email your resume to jobs@cavendishfarms.com
Call Quentin at (902) 397-3522, or
Drop-off applications to: 1030 Greeno Road, Chapman Settlement, NS B0L 1E0
Cavendish Farms Corporation is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
- Job type: Temporary
- Company: JDI
jobs | general labour
2023-04-06