Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Concrete/Ready Mix)

Plant Maintenance Technician (Ready Mix)

Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia

Reporting To: Operations Manager

About Us: Bedford Ready Mix has been in operation since 1985 and is a proud member of OSCO Concrete & Aggregates Limited. In addition to its shared resources with other OSCO Concrete members, the Bedford location also hosts a four-bay repair facility capable of handling the largest OSCO Concrete pumps in the fleet. This collaboration has made Bedford and its other OSCO Concrete members one of the largest concrete suppliers in the Halifax Regional Municipality. Bedford performs a mix of residential work along with large‑scale industrial/commercial projects. OSCO Concrete also operates a large fleet of concrete pumps, including the largest concrete boom pump east of Montreal.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sources of trouble or failures, devise repair methods and proceed with repair work
• Assemble, install and adjust a variety of bearings, bushings, shafts, gears, and pins
• Inspect, lubricate and adjust machinery as needed
• Repair / replace defective parts using hand tools, power tools, cutting torches and welding equipment
• Rebuild or fabricate parts when necessary
• Operate power / hand tools and welding equipment (electric or gas)
• Observe all health, safety and environmental rules and practices while maintaining safe and organized workspaces
• Additional duties as assigned
• Conduct site hazard assessments and various other checks

Requirements

• Five (5) years’ related work experience demonstrating thorough knowledge and abilities for operating, troubleshooting and maintaining plant equipment
• Mechanically inclined with working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and boiler systems
• Knowledge of electrical systems
• Must be willing and able to work long shifts and extra hours when necessary
• Basic carpentry, electrical, mechanical, welding, plumbing, plastic or sheet metal fabrication skills
• Previous experience in a ready mix and/or construction industry would be considered an asset
• Interest and ability in working both independently and as a team
• Strong critical thinking / problem‑solving skills
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in a loud heavy industrial environment, exposed to weather elements
• Ability to handle routine walking, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing and lifting / carrying up to 50-pound loads safely
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights

Benefits

OSCO Concrete offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages including health and dental coverage, life insurance and RRSP options. Additionally, we offer health and wellness programming, years of service rewards and employee sport team sponsorships.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing