Maintenance Technician - Millwright, Dufferin County (Shelburne)

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do.

We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization.

If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move.

Position Summary The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our plastics recycling facility. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving a wide range of recycling and material handling equipment, including shredders, grinders, conveyors, sorting systems, pumps, hydraulic equipment, and processing machinery.

This role is best suited for a hands‑on maintenance professional with strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities who enjoys working in a fast‑paced industrial environment. While licensed Millwrights (433A) are strongly preferred, we are also open to experienced late‑term apprentices or mechanically strong unlicensed candidateswith relevant industrial maintenance experience.

As a Maintenance Technician at Blue Mountain Plastics Recycling, you will be a key contributor to minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

As a Maintenance Technician, you can expect:

Excellent hourly wage based on experience and licensing

12‑Hour Continental Rotating Shifts (Days and Nights)

Overtime opportunities

Company Paid Life Insurance, Health and Dental Benefits

RRSP Company Match

Employee Referral Program

Uniforms and Safety Shoe Allowance

On-the-Job Training

Clean and Safety‑Focused Work Environment

Team‑Oriented Culture

Continuous Skills Development and Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems throughout the recycling facility

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on recycling and processing equipment

Repair and maintain conveyors, shredders, grinders, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and other industrial equipment

Diagnose equipment failures and complete root‑cause troubleshooting to minimize downtime

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings

Install, dismantle, align, and modify equipment as required

Fabricate or modify simple parts and components when needed

Participate in equipment upgrades, plant improvement projects, and continuous improvement initiatives

Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately within the CMMS system

Follow all Health&Safety policies, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and safe work practices

Support production teams by responding quickly and effectively to equipment issues

Education / Skills / Experience

433A Industrial Millwright certification strongly preferred

Open to late‑term Millwright apprentices or experienced unlicensed maintenance mechanics with strong industrial experience

3+ years of maintenance experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment

Experience working within recycling, plastics, heavy industrial, packaging, aggregates, automotive, or similar manufacturing environments considered an asset

Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities

Experience with conveyors, hydraulic systems, pumps, motors, bearings, gearboxes, and industrial processing equipment

Ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and manuals

Experience using preventative maintenance or CMMS software is an asset

Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities

Strong understanding of Health&Safety practices and Lockout/Tagout procedures

Self‑motivated team player with strong problem‑solving skills and a hands‑on attitude

Working Environment&Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, crouching, kneeling, bending, and lifting

Working at heights and in confined spaces may occasionally be required

Industrial recycling environment with exposure to dust, noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures

Ability to safely lift and carry materials and tools as required

PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, hard hats, and respiratory protection may be required in certain areas

Must be comfortable working around industrial recycling and processing equipment in an active production environment

Pay Rate $37-44/hr– depending on certification and experience

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

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