Mechanical Technician

Agropur Inc.

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CAN New Brunswick Miramichi Until 9/16/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 18, 2026 Last posted July 18, 2026
Job description

Job Type:

Regular

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. 

At Agropur, each role directly contributes to key results. Execution is measured by impact and value created—not the number of actions. 

‘An environment that lets you focus on what really matters:’ 

  • Competitive Salary of $35.79 per hour.

  • Premium of 0.80$ for the night shift

  • Schedule: Rotating shift schedule including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.Current maintenance coverage includes: 3:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM.

  • Overtime opportunities are frequently available.

  • Health coverage includes Life insurance, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage.

‘Your role in achieving results:’ 

  • Maintain good maintenance practices to ensure production targets are met.

  • Perform maintenance task including:

  • Hydraulic; Electrical; Pneumatics; Mechanical.  

  • Refrigeration; Boiler Repairs; Welding; Instrumentation    

  • Perform building maintenance and maintenance on equipment.

  • Perform preventive maintenance.

  • Maintain computerized parts inventory / work order system.

  • Order spare parts. Install equipment.

  • Perform housekeeping duties.

  • Perform all duties in a safe manner. Follow all company policies and procedures.

‘What we are looking for to deliver these results:’     

  • Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent. Mechanical Technology diploma or licensed Millwright.

  • A combination of related experience and training may be considered.

  • Experience with food processing equipment and high-speed packaging is an asset.

  • Electrical, refrigeration and boiler experience is an asset.

  • Must be available to work shifts, weekends and call in when required.

A role for those who want to create real impact and contribute to measurable and sustainable results. 

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

About this role

Summary

Maintain food processing equipment and perform mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration tasks.

Job title

Mechanical Technician

Experience level

none

Industry

food production

Location requirements

must be in New Brunswick, Canada; remote work not allowed

Salary

$35.79 per hour plus 0.80$ night shift premium

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

hydraulicselectricalpneumaticsmechanicalrefrigerationweldinginstrumentation

Preferred skills

food processing equipmenthigh-speed packagingboilerlicensed millwright

Specializations

hydraulicselectricalpneumaticsmechanical
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site