Calypso Plant Equipment Mechanic 2026

Job summary

Responsible for the upkeep, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment, attractions, and infrastructure at the water park. Ensures all rides and facilities meet safety and operational standards through routine checks and preventative maintenance.

Job details

Calypso is Canada’s biggest and best waterpark facility. Located in the Eastern Ontario region, halfway between Ottawa and Montreal, it's the summertime fun place to be! JOB DESCRIPTION: Calypso’s Plant & Equipment Mechanics are responsible for the upkeep and repairs of equipment and infrastructure including our attractions and buildings. Mechanics play a key role in ensuring the overall upkeep of our grounds, attractions, buildings, and equipment to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for our guests. WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT: Water park WORK SETTING Machinery Maintenance Repair/overhaul/setup KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assemble & install mechanical equipment Troubleshoot, repair or replace machinery parts. Report to assigned work area on time and in compliance with safety requirements Respond to work orders for repairs/preventative maintenance daily as assigned Inspect and maintain rides and attractions to ensure they meet safety and operational standards. Perform routine checks and preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical components (pumps & motors) Ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to safety standards and regulations Perform repairs on buildings, equipment, and infrastructure as needed ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: This position is outdoors the majority of time This position requires frequent work in heat and sun. Must be comfortable working at heights and have knowledge of protective equipment. (Employer will train and certify) This position requires occasional work in or around water, water treatment chemicals, fumes/odors. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Able to stand/or walk for long periods of time throughout the day. Fit and able to climb stairs on our 9 story towers. Able to work outdoors in the park at various locations. Requires manual and bi-manual dexterity, fine and gross motor skills, eye/hand coordination, near vision, hearing and speech. Requires occasional kneeling and bending. Requires occasional walking, reaching above shoulder, pushing and pulling. Requires occasional lifts and carries up to 50 pounds. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Able to assemble mechanical equipment Previous certification with TSSA is an asset. Employer will train and certify the right candidate. Equipment & machinery experience in conveyor, fans, blowers & hydraulics. Experience with water pumping equipment and motors. Able to troubleshoot bearings, seals and packing. Experience with Gel-coat or surface fiberglass work is an asset Knowledge of structural systems. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Familiarity with safety regulations and protocols Organized and detail oriented. Good communication skills OTHER FUNCTIONS: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, staff levels, or technical developments) dictate. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CALYPSO WATERPARK IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE 2015 Calypso Street Limoges, ON, K0A 2M0 613.443.9995 calypsopark.com

What you’ll do

Responsible for the upkeep, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment, attractions, and infrastructure at the water park. Ensures all rides and facilities meet safety and operational standards through routine checks and preventative maintenance.

Requirements

Requires experience with conveyors, fans, blowers, hydraulics, and water pumping equipment. Candidates should be physically fit to work at heights and in outdoor conditions, with TSSA certification considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Good communication · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• mechanics · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Good communication skills · Preferred
• coordination · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mechanical Equipment Assembly
• Troubleshooting
• Preventative Maintenance
• Pump and Motor Maintenance
• Hydraulics
• TSSA Certification
• Fiberglass Work
• Structural Systems Knowledge
• Safety Compliance
• Problem Solving
• Machinery Repair And Maintenance
• Working at Heights
• Pumping Equipment
• Management
• Communication
• Electronic Components
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Machinery
• Preventive Maintenance
• Fine Motor Skills
• Mechanics
• Safety Standards
• Structural Systems
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Water Treatment
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Trades
• Engineering
• Sports & Recreation
• Hospitality
• Security & Safety
• Equipment Mechanic
• Industrial Mechanic
• Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
• Industrial Machinery Mechanics