Maintenance manager Jobs in Markham, ON

Block Machine Operator

Location: Markham, ON
Pay Rate: $30.72/hour + $1.50/hour Night Shift Premium
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Join a well-established manufacturer of dry caste concrete and masonry products used in major construction projects across Ontario. We are seeking a mechanically inclined individual with maintenance experience to support the operation, adjustment, troubleshooting, and upkeep of production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Must be comfortable with loud and dusty environment.

This is a long-term, permanent opportunity offering competitive pay, benefits, pension contributions, and career growth within a stable industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• $30.72/hour starting wage
• Additional $1.50/hour night shift premium
• Company benefits after 3 months
• Pension plan with 2% company match after 6 months
• Permanent, full-time position
• Long-term career growth opportunities

Shift Schedule

Rotating continental schedule:

• 1 week Days: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• 1 week Nights: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
• 2 to 3 days off between rotations

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on block manufacturing equipment
• Continuously adjust, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery to ensure efficient production
• Diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs to minimize downtime
• Conduct mold and mould changeovers as required
• Perform pre-shift inspections and safety checks
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all safety requirements
• Operate and maintain production equipment used in dry-cast concrete manufacturing
• Load materials and work with batching and control systems
• Monitor production processes and product quality
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production line
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and work areas
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure operational efficiency

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is highly mechanical and comfortable working hands-on with industrial equipment.

Preferred backgrounds include:

• Millwright Apprentice
• Industrial Mechanic
• Maintenance Technician
• Mechanical Maintenance Technician
• Manufacturing Equipment Technician
• Heavy Industrial Maintenance

Required Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Experience maintaining, adjusting, repairing, or operating industrial machinery
• Ability to read and use both imperial and metric measurements accurately
• Knowledge of different bolt, thread, and fastener types
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
• Understanding of workplace safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Ability to work independently and proactively identify mechanical issues before they become major problems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in concrete, masonry, aggregate, brick, or building materials manufacturing
• Dry-cast concrete production experience
• Millwright apprenticeship or industrial mechanic experience
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Experience replacing bearings, chains, sprockets, motors, and mechanical components
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Electrical maintenance training is considered an asset

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing facility with continuous production
• Loud and dusty environment
• Vibrating production equipment is common
• Physically active role requiring standing, walking, lifting, and working around machinery
• Steel-toe boots required
• Hearing protection and additional PPE provided

Please Note

This position is best suited for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy working directly with machinery and performing ongoing equipment adjustments and maintenance.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, permanent employment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Pension program with company contribution
• Opportunity to develop technical maintenance skills
• Strong safety-focused culture
• Collaborative team environment
• Growing manufacturing sector with long-term career potential