Maintenance Technician

About the Position

Job Details

• Employer: Polysteel Atlantic Ltd. / East Coast Rope Ltd.
• Title: Maintenance Technician
• Position: Full Time Permanent (40 hours per week)
• Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 4:00PM
• Job Location: Edwardsville, NS
• Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation Package: Annual salary starting at $65,000 and starting paid vacation of two (2) weeks (negotiable based on commensurate experience and qualifications), comprehensive cost shared benefits package, paid holidays, professional development and paid training opportunities, relocation reimbursement, and more!

Application Closing Date: August 14th, 2025 @ 11:59PM, or until the position has been filled.

Anchored Recruiting is delighted to partner with Polysteel Atlantic Ltd. to find a Maintenance Technician to be part of their dedicated and professional team. 

About the Role

Polysteel Atlantic Limited is a local manufacturer in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, that manufactures high tensile strength three-strand synthetic rope, producing over 6,000,000 lbs per year for the aquaculture and commercial fishing industries. Polysteel Atlantic manufactures customized rope, structural fibre, and Safety Line and is the reason for the company’s growing popularity in the various industries it services.

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Maintenance Technician will be responsible for, but not limited to, maintaining and repairing electrical systems, performing preventive maintenance, and diagnosing, testing, and analyzing the performance and functionality of the electrical components and systems.

If you are an analytical thinker, a self-starter, and someone who enjoys problem-solving and working within a team environment, this is the role for you!

Core Accountabilities

• Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Install, operate, and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment and systems, such as motors, drives, sensors, PLC’s, VFD’s, HMI’s, power suppliers, and pneumatic controls.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems, following technical manuals and instructions.
• Diagnose, test, and analyze the performance and functionality of electrical and mechanical components, assemblies, and systems, using specialized and standard test equipment and tools.
• Assist in the design, development, and testing of electrical and mechanical components, equipment, systems, prototypes and models.
• Calibrate electrical and mechanical equipment and instruments.
• Collect and compile operational or experimental data and assist in the preparation of estimates, schedules, budgets, specifications, and reports.
• Update maintenance records and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Electrical certificate or diploma is required.
• Minimum of three (3) – five (5) years’ relevant experience is required.  
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Growth mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.  

Knowledge and Expertise:

• Knowledge of AC and DC circuits.
• Knowledge of schematic interpretation.
• Ability to interpret, troubleshoot, and wire electrical circuits.
• Ability to proficiently use tools for analyzing and testing circuits and components.
• Knowledge of and experience in troubleshooting, programming, and wiring of VFD’s, PLC’s, and HMI’s.
• Motor theory with experience in troubleshooting and wiring motors, including starter circuits.    

We thank you for your interest, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.  

If interested in this opportunity, please apply at this link: Maintenance Technician

Please note this position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be reviewed in two-week windows.  

All information collected during the application process will be shared with our client, Polysteel Atlantic Limited. By submitting an application, Anchored Recruiting & HR Solutions LTD. will be adding you to Talent pool database. You may be contacted in regarding future job opportunities. Please note that this position is open to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents only. 

About the Company

Anchored Recruiting & HR Solutions LTD
180 Townsend Street
Sydney, NS B1P 5E5

Company Contact

Alicia Head
ahead@anchoredrecruiting.ca
Preferred Contact: Please apply at the link above.

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume
• Cover letter