Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. organizations have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe.  With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Our Material Recycling Facility in Burlington is currently searching for certified Millwright to join our maintenance team.  The Millwright will maintain equipment, trouble shoot and perform repairs and preventive maintenance.

Position Description: 

• Mechanical maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of all manufacturing equipment within the plant, involving, conveyor systems and motors, hydraulic units, pneumatic units, pumps rebuild and overhauls.
• Ability to read & interpret drawings & schematics Knowledge of PLC, control systems & automated programming.
• Responding to routine breakdown and repair issues.
• Ensure high plant reliability is achieved by performing quality routine machine and plant maintenance.
• Ensure optimum performance is achieved through effective and consistent setting of the production machine.
• Deliver maintenance KPI's to ensure visibility of maintenance performance and required improvement for sites.
•  Oxyacetylene cutting and burning is considered an asset.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully Licensed Journeyperson - A valid Industrial Mechanic / Millwright trade certificate for the province of Ontario (433A) or equivalent and ability to challenge the provincial exam.
• Experience: 3-4 or more years of industrial experience is preferred.
• Mechanical background with the drive to further develop and learn, with a safety first and resilient attitude to multi-task and effectively execute tasks to get them done.
• Communication skills are key to being successful as you will have to communicate with a number of different internal customers and work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate a background involving maintenance of a busy production line preferably or maintenance involving both mechanical and electrical machinery.
• Ability to problem solve and be ideally suited to a fast-paced environment. You understand the bigger picture and the needs of the business and the need to service and deliver quality to the customer.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan.
• Ongoing support and resources to ensure your professional success and growth.
• Participation in various career development programs including Tuition Assistance Program and training opportunities; and
•  A family-oriented culture with an entrepreneurial mind-set that encourages you to take ownership of your role and make a difference!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now!  We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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