Maintenance Technician - Cambridge, Canada - Hendrix Genetics

Hendrix Genetics

Verified Company

Cambridge, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Mission:

Your Role

In the Hatchery Maintenance Technician role, you will be responsible for an extensive range of work in general maintenance and repairs in live animal, hatchery environments.

Reporting to the Layers Operations Manager, you will work within established procedures to complete preventative maintenance and routine duties concerning all hatchery buildings, machines and equipment.

This role is expected to have a work schedule of 7AM - 3:30PM - however some flexibility is required.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative and general maintenance/repair work in 2 local hatcheries (mechanical, machine, equipment, ventilation, etc.)
Troubleshoot ventilation, heating, and air conditioning units
Report of mechanical malfunctions to Hatchery Manager and third parties if/when applicable
Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies including spare parts
Respond to building & equipment alarms as needed (some on call duties may be required)
Misc. general maintenance tasks as required (light bulbs, paint, exterior building checks, etc.)
Additional duties as assigned by the Hatchery and Operations Manager
Following all Biosecurity, Animal Welfare and Safety policies and procedures

Profil:

Your Profile

Extensive working knowledge of mechanical and building systems
Minimum of 5 years' experience in maintenance roles, preferably within a manufacturing or live animal environment
A technical certification or trade preferred but not required
Experience working with hand and power tools
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
Proactive approach to maintenance, selfmotivated and able to work with mínimal supervision
Valid driver's license
Ability to plan and organize maintenance schedules, and prioritize tasks
Travel as required to local hatcheries (Cambridge/Kitchener), flexible work schedule (and availability to work some weekends)
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with people at all levels
Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with third party vendors/suppliers
Communicating efficiently in both verbal and written form will be necessary to complete work requirements
Basic computer and record keeping skills

About Us
Hendrix Genetics is a multi-species animal breeding, genetics and technology company that is passionate about animal breeding. We have breeding programs in laying hens, turkeys, traditional poultry, swine, salmon, shrimp and trout.

We look for innovative, sustainable solutions, together with the entire animal protein value chain. At the start of the chain, we have an influence on the outcome. For us, better breeding today, means a brighter life tomorrow. As a Hendrix Genetics employee, you will join us on mission to feed the world.

Your values are ideas and beliefs that shape you and guide your choices in life. A company can also have its own set of values, called company values.

Hendrix Genetics' company values are there to help you feel empowered in your role and give you a sense of connection to our place in the world.

We strive for excellence, ensure everyone wins and go the extra mile every day.

We believe that diverse teams brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas and experiences to the table.

Diversity at our company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.

What We Can Offer You
Our people are of utmost importance to us. You will work in an environment based on respect, trust and recognition.

You will have the opportunity to shape your own career by working locally or internationally with colleagues from around the globe.

We believe in your personal development and provide on the job training, continuing education, industry programs and challenging work. We also offer competitive compensation and benefit packages with regular reviews of total compensation.

We also ensure that all employees have the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future.

Hendrix Genetics has recognized for a long time that there is far more than just efficiency to consider in producing food.

What we do today has an impact on the future. Not just our own future, but that of generations to come.

We Offer: