Maintenance Labourer

For more than 125 years, Windsor Salt has improved the lives of Canadians by making their food tastier, their roads safer, their pools cleaner, and so much more. From the salt we mine and produce through evaporative processes, Windsor Salt is a trusted authority on salt in Canada and has one of the industry's largest production and distribution networks. We are grateful to be known as a company that cares deeply about our commitment to a culture of zero harm, ensuring product quality, supporting employee well-being and exposure across the mining value chain, and positively impacting the communities we serve. 

Job Summary 

Windsor Salt is hiring a Maintenance Labourer to join our Belle Plaine production facility. The Maintenance Labourer will provide essential support to the Maintenance Department by assisting with preventative maintenance, equipment repairs, troubleshooting, and general facility upkeep. This role will work closely with trades personnel to ensure equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with all safety, environmental, and food-safety standards. This role will contribute directly to maintaining a safe, productive, and well-functioning manufacturing environment.

This is a temporary position to provide coverage during a medical leave.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support maintenance activities by assisting Millwrights and Electricians with daily tasks and repair work.
• Perform mechanical repairs on pumps, motors, blowers, and other plant equipment. 
• Fabricate structural components including chutes, transitions, and support members.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and respond to system failures or process disruptions.
• Complete preventative maintenance on fixed and mobile equipment. 
• Prepare and organize parts kits for scheduled maintenance work. 
• Maintain HVAC systems, including filter cleaning, filter replacement, and wall A/C unit changes.
• Support fire protection systems through weekly fire pump inspections, annual fire hose testing, and hydrant winterization.
• Manage storeroom tasks such as tagging, organizing, and delivering maintenance parts. 
• Perform yard and facility upkeep, including gravel hauling and fuel tank/containment checks. 
• Audit forklift inspection logs to ensure compliance. 
• Provide production support as required (approximately one day per week).
• Participate in safety, quality, and environmental audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and food-safety regulations, and report any concerns to the General Manager or FSQR Manager. 
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education or certifications considered an asset.
• General understanding of industrial processes and equipment used in a production facility. 
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills. 
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. 
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Physical ability to stoop, twist, bend, reach, climb stairs and ladders, and lift up to 25 kg.

Work Environment 

• Exposure to varying temperatures, salt dust, and industrial noise. 
• Requires standing for extended periods, lifting tools and parts, climbing stairs, and performing hands-on maintenance tasks. 
• Must be able to wear all PPE, including steel-toed boots and safety glasses. 
• Regular interaction with equipment, machinery, and routine plant operations.