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Industrial Mechanic

  • Kentville, NS
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 17, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Nov 13, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Industrial Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on industrial equipment. They also assist with facility maintenance tasks and ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Job details

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in. We are looking for a mechanic to join our team. Red Seal Certified Millwright. We would also consider a Millwright apprentice. QHSE Responsibilities (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) Comply with QHSE practices and rules, along with regulatory requirements Perform duties in a safe and compliant manner Report injury, near misses, unsafe or improper practices and conditions accurately and promptly. Assist in improving and maintaining safe and healthy working conditions, including participation in problem solving and risk analysis teams Attend all required HSE related training programs when required Coach new employees regarding proper HSE practices Know and understand the HSE plan and objectives Alert colleagues that are taking unnecessary risks Check safety devices prior to beginning operation Actively participate in HSE processes Question any work that you feel is unsafe and do not participate in work that will endanger the health or safety of any employee. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment Job Requirements Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctioning equipment. Carried out electrical and instrumentation repairs within the scope of his abilities. Conducts preventative maintenance inspections. Installs new equipment and modifies existing equipment as assigned. Oils, greases, and ensures correct lubrication of all machines and equipment. Operates shop machining equipment to repair and fabricate equipment as assigned. Reports completed work on service forms and MP2. Occasionally will act as a crew leader when working on a major project. Works according to Department and Plant Safety Rules at all times. Maintains good housekeeping practices at all times and assists, as required, with the maintenance of security. Undertakes special assignments as directed by the Maintenance Superintendent or his delegate. Maintains tool assortment which are to be of sufficient quantity and quality to perform assignments. Perform property maintenance tasks, including janitorial services, floor sweeping/waxing, grass mowing and snow shovelling if needed. Must be familiar with all "Work Instructions" specific to maintenance via VKS and all other relevant work instructions. Must keep current on new processes and process changes. Pay: Competitive Salary Shift premiums offered for 12-hour shifts and night shifts Job type: Full-time, day shift position: 7am to 7pm Benefits: Designated paid holidays Group insurance program Life insurance Medica/dental/vision care coverage Employee assistance program Defined contribution pension plan with employer match Safety glasses/Tool / clothing / shoe allowanceAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

What you’ll do

The Industrial Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on industrial equipment. They also assist with facility maintenance tasks and ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Certified Millwright certification or be a Millwright apprentice. The role requires proficiency in electrical and instrumentation repairs, shop machining, and adherence to strict safety protocols.

Benefits

  • Designated paid holidays
  • Group insurance program
  • Life insurance
  • Medical care coverage
  • Dental care coverage
  • Vision care coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Defined contribution pension plan
  • Employer match
  • Safety glasses allowance
  • Tool allowance
  • Clothing allowance
  • Shoe allowance

Listed skills

  • Technical Documentation · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Housekeeping · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Troubleshooting
  • Equipment repair
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Electrical repair
  • Instrumentation repair
  • Machining
  • Lubrication
  • Safety compliance
  • Risk analysis
  • Problem solving
  • Housekeeping
  • Technical documentation
  • Plant Safety
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Optometry
  • Leadership
  • Innovation
  • Problem Solving
  • Mowing
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Property Maintenance
  • Risk Analysis
  • Environment Health And Safety

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Engineering
  • Security & Safety
  • Industrial Mechanic
  • Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
  • Industrial Machinery Mechanics

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