Instrument Mechanic (Maintenance & Trades)

Full Time

  Catalyst Paper Corporation

  Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada

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Catalyst Paper is a leading North American manufacturer of diverse specialty printing papers, newsprint and pulp. With mills in Western Canada, Wisconsin and Maine, Catalyst serves a global customer base that includes retailers, publishers and commercial printers. We are recognized for our industry-leading customer service and a focus on environmental sustainability demonstrated by partnerships and certifications that underscore our commitment. Catalyst offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, and the unique opportunity to advance your career in an innovative and dynamic business that values great ideas and rewards performance.
Overview:
The Instrument Mechanic is an integral member of the Maintenance department and is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, calibration and programming measurement and control instruments that are used in the pulp and paper industry. Hourly rate: $34.85.The successful applicant will possess the knowledge and the hands-on experience in all areas of computerized control, programmable logic controllers and distributed control systems.
Responsibilities:
As part of the maintenance team, you will:
  • Live up to the highest level of safety and environmental compliance. This means demonstrating the courage to care — which includes being fully accountable for one’s actions, watching out for fellow employees, and confronting unsafe actions or conditions that could lead to personal harm
  • Enjoy the environment and camaraderie of working in a team of Journeyman trades people
  • Establish and implement preventative & operational maintenance activities
  • Support manufacturing operations to locate and diagnose defects in paper/pulp production equipment
  • Perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task
  • Work in a flexible trades environment where you may perform tasks historically assigned to other classifications
  • Support our drive for enhanced performance and improved quality and efficiency
Requirements:
A self-starter and dedicated team player, you have:
  • A BC, AB or Inter-Provincial Instrumentation and Control Technician (Instrument Mechanic) trades qualification
  • Proven troubleshooting skills
  • Superior interpersonal and coaching capabilities
  • The ability to work flexibly
  • A valid driver’s license
If you would like to join us for a strong future together, and you meet the requirements above, please apply without delay. Please note only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.