About this role
Title: Industrial MechanicCompetition Number: 2026 - 04Salary Range: $38.89 / hour as outlined in the GMWC - CUPE Local 5217 Collective AgreementJob Type: Permanent Full TimeClosing Date: November 20, 2026Organizational ContextTransAqua is responsible for the environmental stewardship of wastewater treatment services, planning, and regulatory compliance for the communities of Dieppe, Moncton, and Riverview. TransAqua is responsible for biosolids management services located in the communities of Moncton and Five Rivers. The organization is committed to delivering reliable, cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible wastewater services that support regional planning, economic development, and quality of life.
- Overall Purpose of the RoleReporting directly to the Director of Operations while working with other Plant maintenance and electrical personnel and the management team, the Industrial Mechanic position is responsible for the preventive maintenance and repairs of all plant and compost facility mechanical equipment.
- As a secondary function, the Industrial Mechanic will do operational duties such as on-call operator rotations or other daily routine activities in maintaining & operating the plant effectively & efficiently.
- The Industrial Mechanic is expected to actively support and promote TransAqua's safety culture and maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
- All employees are required to maintain a positive impact on the rest of the work team and is considered a requirement of every position.
- Key AccountabilitiesMaintain schedule of preventive maintenance and carry out work as scheduled;Post major maintenance projects, repair activities that are ongoing and equipment that is locked-out on the Mechanical maintenance board and/or in the automated maintenance system;Review maintenance schedule, construction or special projects activities with the Operations Manager and other mechanical maintenance personnel on a weekly basis;Set-up spare parts areas and ensure list of parts are updated monthly.
- Order part/components to ensure critical pieces are on hand at all times;Set-up & maintain proper maintenance manuals for new & existing equipment within GMWC;Responsible for the mechanical maintenance of the remote pumping lift stations;Carry out repairs or emergency repairs when needed.
- It is understood that critical repairs have priority over preventive maintenance;Oversee work by local contractors hired to carry out work for GMWC.
- Review daily timesheets and material usage and confirm;Serve as duty operator on the regular on-call rotation schedule once the Class 1 Wastewater certification is achieved;Assist operators in procedures in preparation for regular maintenance or repairs.
This job specification seeks to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed and is not intended to reflect all duties and responsibilities of the job. In addition to the above noted duties and responsibilities, an emphasis is placed on communications, planning, people skills and utilization of applicable technologies. Reporting Relationships: This position reports directly to the Director of Operations, who will maintain the plant maintenance schedule, equipment and systems to ensure they are operating at their peak performance while striving to improve the operational effectiveness, minimizing the cost of operation, and ensuring long-term reliability.
Contacts: The Industrial Mechanic carries out preventive maintenance, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance with external specialized services. This role interacts with both the plant operations team and the management team to ensure the wastewater and compost operations continue to operate effectively.
Working ConditionsEmployees are required to work 8-hour or 10-hour shifts from Monday to Friday between 7:00 am and 5:00pm and scheduled and unscheduled overtime on Saturdays beginning in April and ending by July. At times incumbents perform strenuous physical labo