Freshwater Maintenance Technician – Gold River Hatchery $24-$29
Cermaq Seafood BC Ltd. is seeking to hire a dedicated full-time, permanent, Maintenance Technician who is experienced and motivated to support our Freshwater Team in Gold River, BC. Reporting to the Hatchery Assistant Managers, the Maintenance Technician plays a key role in working within our maintenance team, ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and equipment at our freshwater and broodstock facilities. The ideal candidate will be eager to start and finish new projects and will play a key role in working with projects on site.
Cermaq is an international salmon farming company, which prides itself on playing a leadership role in the global sector. We have a team of more than 3500 employees across Chile, Canada and Norway. A committed team that is proud to grow nutritious seafood for a competitive global market. At Cermaq, you become part of a meaningful and consistently developing workplace. We offer a wide range of job opportunities where you will be able to grow and learn in a rapidly advancing and dynamic sector. We support our employees’ personal development and make it possible for you to realize new ideas and initiatives. Our culture is informal and dedicated. We are smart people in rubber boots. We care for each other, for the environment and for our communities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform day to day maintenance and upkeep of freshwater productions facility equipment, including boilers, wells, pumps, generators, oxygen and propane bulk tanks, UV filtrations systems, heat exchangers, ozone generators, drum filters, electrical motors and gas engines
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Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot facility systems, including water systems, oxygen systems, septic systems, CO2 pumps and blowers and SCADA monitoring systems
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Diagnose and repair issues related to wells, pumps, piping systems, feeders and feeder boxes and flow management
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Manage water system operations, including mixing procedures, temperature control, and flow management
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Test, record and report on system performance, including heat exchanger efficiency, LHO readings, flowmeter and well readings.
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Maintain accurate and detailed records of maintenance activities and equipment startup/shutdown and site operational data
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Track oxygen and propane levels and coordinate timely deliveries as required
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Adhere to and enforce all safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
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Liaise and coordinate with external trades and contractors for specialized maintenance and repair work
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Test and ensure functionality of backup systems regularly and critical operational equipment
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Ensure compliance with site biosecurity protocols and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards
Qualifications:
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1-2 years related or general maintenance work experience, with a preference for previous experience in Aquaculture, particularly in hatchery design, construction or recirculation
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Certificate or Diploma from accredited programs in Aquaculture, or related field is considered an asset
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Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in maintenance and repair
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Experience working in a hatchery or aquaculture environment is an asset
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Demonstrates the ability to evaluate information, analyze problems, and develop effective logical solutions
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Experience with hatchery equipment including recirculation systems, generators, pumps, bulk tanks, UV filters, and heat exchangers
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Skilled in operating forklifts, power tools, and other heavy equipment
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Ability to perform physically demanding work, including outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions
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Physically capable of lifting and moving materials up to 50 pounds, and heavier loads with appropriate equipment
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Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
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Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure timely maintenance and repairs
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Valid driver’s license in good standing is required.
Why Join Us?
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Camp shift rotation with 8 days on and 6 days off
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Competitive Salary and comprehensive benefits package
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Pension plan and work-like balance
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Career Growth and opportunities
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Engage in meaningful, hand-on work, contributing to sustainable food security
How to Apply:
For more information about this and other opportunities please visit our careers page at www.cermaq.ca and apply via Indeed. This role remains open to applicants until a suitable candidate has been selected to join our team.
Cermaq Canada is an equal opportunities employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination. Cermaq Canada has a progressive view of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. Although wholly committed to hire the best candidate available, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples for this role. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
