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Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
Onsite
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Job Description:
Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future
Role: Maintenance Technician
Location: Chilliwack
Hours: Full-Time. 40 hours per week.
Vacancy Type: Replacement
Why join us
Get ready to Own Impact as a Maintenance Technician at Trouw Nutrition, Chilliwack, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.
What you’ll do
Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the reliability and safety of equipment at our Mill by performing general maintenance tasks, preventive maintenance, and repairs. This position supports uninterrupted production operations by proactively identifying and resolving issues.
Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections to reduce downtime, complete accurate computer-based entries, including Team PM tasks and work order submissions
Conduct basic electrical and boiler maintenance
Fabricate and install new equipment or systems as required
Enforce safety procedures to minimize injury risk and reduce recordable incidents
Schedule and coordinate downtime with production for maintenance and repairs
Maintain inventory and order parts to ensure availability of spares
Fill out all corresponding permits required for each task without fail (e.g., hot work, confined space, lockout/tagout)
Ensure all major expenditures are communicated to and approved by the Plant Manager before proceeding
May assist with production tasks only when all maintenance responsibilities are complete and with approval from the Plant Manager
Unionized position under the Canada - Grain and General Services Union (GSU) agreement
Who we’re looking for
Millwright ticket or actively working toward certification (asset)
Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems and computerized work order platforms (e.g., Team PM)
Ability and availability to work rotational shifts and overtime as required
Ability to work in shifts
You’ll also need
Ability to regularly bend, twist, climb ladders, open/close lids and stand for extended periods
Ability to lift and move up to 25 kg (55 lbs) regularly
Millwright ticket or actively working toward certification (asset)
Ability to focus on details within a fast-paced environment
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule Rotating shifts may be required, including occasional weekends or extended hours based on operational needs
What you’ll receive
As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.
In addition, you’ll receive
Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!
Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!
Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance
Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement
15 vacation days to start (tiered)
Annual bonus
How and why to find out more
We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.
#Ownit
Additional Information
AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.
Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.
Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing (USA role only).
Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
Pay Transparency Statement: Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.
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Our organisation:
Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
