Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic - Esterhazy, SK

The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.

At Mosaic We Help the World Grow the Food it Needs - Apply today and join our team!

Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic ( Working on the Lube Team)

Where will you work: Onsite – K2, Esterhazy, Saskatchewan

Starting wage $63.56 as per local CBA.

Shift Schedule: 9/80

To perform the duties of Industrial Mechanic safely and efficiently in an assigned area on an assigned shift.

What you’ll do?

• Inspect, install, adjust, and maintain mechanical machines and equipment on site.

• Dismantle, repair, and assemble plant equipment in line with manufacturers' specifications and recommended standards.

• Safely operate specific units of mobile equipment including overhead and mobile crane.

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and components.

• Display full knowledge and use of drawings, prints, sketches, and parts manuals.

• Display full knowledge precision maintenance tools.

• Operate all equipment serviced or repaired.

• Pass all related training classes.

• Work from ladder, platform, staging scaffold, swing stage and mobile equipment basket.

• If required must be prepared to train and handle firefighting duties as a member of the shift fire crew.

• Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions, and to make written reports as required.

• Diligently adhere to all relevant legal environmental requirements.

• Diligently ensure that all relevant OH&S requirements and in-house safety regulations are complied with.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lubrication Execution

• Apply lubricants (oils, greases, specialty fluids) to machinery according to schedules
• Use proper quantities, methods, and tools (manual, automated, or centralized systems)
• Use ultrasonic grease gun for specific applications
• Perform oil changes, grease replenishment, and system flushing
• Prevent over‑lubrication and under‑lubrication

2. Lubricant Management

• Select the correct lubricant for each application based on Job Plans and OEM specs
• Store, handle, and transfer lubricants contamination‑free
• Maintain Lubricant Stock and Inventory
• Label and color‑code lubricants and equipment
• Track lubricant usage and inventory

3. Condition Monitoring & Inspections

• Conduct routine machine inspections during lubrication rounds
• Check oil levels, grease conditions, leaks, filters, breathers, and seals
• Identify early signs of wear, overheating, vibration, or contamination
• Take basic readings (temperature, noise, visual condition)

4. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Support

• Follow PM schedules tied to lubrication tasks
• Support PdM programs by identifying lubrication‑related failures
• Help extend asset life and improve equipment uptime
• Report findings and recommend corrective actions

5. Equipment Care & Reliability Practices

• Maintain and clean lubrication points (fittings, ports, lines)
• Install or maintain breathers, sight glasses, and filters
• Help eliminate contamination (water, dirt, particulates)
• Support best practices such as precision lubrication

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Record lubrication work completed (CMMS or excel spreadsheets)
• Document machine conditions and anomalies
• Track lubrication intervals and changes
• Communicate issues clearly with maintenance, operations, and reliability teams

7. Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Follow site safety procedures (LOTO, PPE, confined space, hot work awareness)
• Handle and dispose of lubricants and waste according to environmental regulations
• Prevent spills and respond appropriately if they occur

Must Haves

• Valid Red Seal Journyperson Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) certification
• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Typical Equipment Serviced

• Pumps, motors, gearboxes
• Conveyors, compactors, impactors, crushers, screens
• Fans, blowers, compressors
• Bearings, chains, couplings
• Hydraulic and circulating oil systems

What you’ll need:

• A recognized, valid, Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic's Certificate.

• Full knowledge of the safe utilization and care of power and hand tools.

• Full knowledge of cutting and welding practices.

• The ability to discern the state of mechanical condition of machines and equipment and take appropriate action.

• Employment is subject to successfully completing Mosaic's pre-employment checks including criminal, drug and alcohol testing.

• Must be authorized to work in Canada.

Benefits Offered by Mosaic:

• A competitive base wage + a bonus incentive

• A generous retirement and savings program with a company match

• Paid sick leave

• Paid vacation

• A robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life & disability insurance

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Mosaic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace and strives to achieve a representative workforce in Canada.

We Help the World Grow the Food it Needs - Apply today and join our team!