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SAAM Towage Canada is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. We actively work to remove barriers throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please let us know. Our goal is to ensure you can participate fully and equally.

Position Overview

Join an organization at the forefront of innovation in the maritime industry, with the recent acquisition of 2 remarkable vessels **100% electric and zero-emission**—a testament to our commitment to sustainability. ⚡

Our employees enjoy great benefits such as pension contributions, extended vision, medical and dental benefits, life and disability coverage, car allowance, incentive bonus, paid training, mentorship, and a team ready to help you shine!

Under the direction of the Technical Superintendent and the guidance of the Lead Hand, the Marine Technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance work on the fleet tugboats, as well as at the maintenance facilities in line with Company and industry SHEQ policies, to ensure the correct functioning, operability and availability of the fleet.

This position falls under a Memorandum of Understanding between the Technical Team and SAAM Towage Canada. Its benefits, rate of pay and entitlements are stipulated under this agreement.

Key Responsibilities:

· Conducts planned or corrective maintenance and/or assembly work for the equipment in the fleet, according to the guidelines delivered by the Technical Management to maintain the operational continuity of the tugs and ensure compliance with organizational standards stipulated for the fleet.

· Records all carried-out jobs and materials in the maintenance control system to achieve traceability of work orders and compliance with maintenance planning.

· Executes SHEQ processes considering environmental safety and protection to ensure accident and incident prevention towards workers or the environment.

· Verifies mechanical spare parts and supplies to provide purchase orders to the procurement department to ensure supply availability and achieve compliance with the company's maintenance plan.

· Reports all control failures, incidents and accidents to people, environment, image and assets of the company and coordinates the solution of said failures to ensure the continuous improvement of the processes and to return the tugs to service in the shortest possible time.

· Attends, participates in, and abides by all safety talks and their recommendations to achieve awareness of internal and external risks and to reduce possible incidents or accidents.

· Conducts administrative duties such as inputting data in the maintenance planner program to maintain the appropriate status of job orders and parts.

· Reacts to change productively to undertake other tasks and responsibilities as assigned and look after the best interests of the company. The list of functional duties is not exhaustive, and it will be reviewed periodically.

This list of functional duties is not exhaustive.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus a trade or certificate as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic or Millwright Certificate with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance and repair experience, preferably with tugs or marine vessels.
• Mechanical, hydraulics, and/or electrical trades skills.
• Knowledge of vessel operations and requirements of the towing industry is preferred.
• Marine engineer experience (4th Class or Higher) would be an asset.
• Knowledge of steel working and welding will be an asset.
• The incumbent must be physically fit and psychologically comfortable entering and working in confined, cramped spaces.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills (MS Office).
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.
• Forklift certification or ability to acquire it.
• Availability to travel to our different locations to provide assistance when needed.
• Must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

The schedule for this position might be Monday to Friday, or a shift schedule of 4 days on- 4 days off at 11.5 hours per day.

Accessibility & Accommodation

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you need accommodations during the application or interview stages, please contact us. Examples of accommodations include alternative interview formats, extended time, or assistive technology support.

What to Expect Next

After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email if you are selected for an initial pre-screening assessment. If successful, we will contact you to arrange a time for an Interview. We aim to keep you informed at every stage.

Why join us

• Competitive salary and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health & Wellness and Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Company Pension Plan, Defined Contribution, plus eligibility for a 13th-month pay.
• Opportunities for learning and development.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Central office location with easy commute options.

Offers may be subject to background checks, reference verification, and/or job-related assessments, in line with applicable laws and company policies. These steps help us maintain a safe, respectful, and high-integrity workplace.

We would like to thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

SAAM Towage Canada acknowledges that we operate on the traditional and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $52.10 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require employer support to obtain or maintain your authorization to work in Canada?
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada for the duration of this position?

Licence/Certification:

• RED Seal Endorsement (required)

Work Location: In person