Heavy Duty Mechanic

Cargill

Location

Blackie, AB, T0L

Job Type

Full Time

Date Posted

24 April 2026

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 1st
Compensation:$44.30/hr

Required Certification

Valid Canadian Journeyman certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Automotive Service Technician, or recognized equivalent

Principal accountabilities

Respond to radio calls and troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns on production and mobile equipment
Perform daily preventive maintenance (PMs) and corrective repairs to ensure reliable plant operations
Complete work orders accurately and in a timely manner
Follow all site safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, to prevent injury and equipment damage
Adhere to food safety standards by maintaining clean tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with HACCP and GMP requirements
Remain aware of surroundings and operating conditions to support a safe work environment

Required Qualifications

Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
Cargill requires that employees be a minimum of 18 years old
Journeyman certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Automotive Service Technician, or equivalent recognized in Canada
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, bending, and working in confined or elevated spaces
Ability to work various schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
Comfortable working in industrial environments with exposure to heat, cold, and machinery
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Preferred Qualifications

Aerial platform and/or forklift certification
Experience maintaining electric and propane powered mobile equipment
General multi trade maintenance skills (welding, pipefitting, fabrication, rigging, hydraulics, pneumatics)
Previous experience in a food manufacturing or industrial production environment

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement

Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.

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