Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe execution of a wide variety of maintenance tasks and will take ownership of specific systems or equipment based on training and experience level. The Maintenance Technician is a thorough professional who advocates for safety and quality, with a practical mind and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and responsibly by observing all health and safety guidelines. This is a hardworking, hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves environment emphasizing a team-oriented and collaborative style. It will be key for the candidate to embrace change and see past obstacles with a focus on solutions in the context of a company undergoing rapid growth and ongoing functional integration.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure safe work conditions and practices as outlined in the company Safety, Health & Environment policies.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the plant systems and equipment to operate in a safe, productive, and efficient manner.
• Help develop and improve standard operating practices and effective preventative maintenance plans for equipment and processes to ensure continued safe operation with reduced unplanned downtime.
• Must be able to flexible in any maintenance task in the facility and cross train with others in the team.
• Execute Assigned Work Orders within a CMMS system in a timely manner and complete all relevant documentation to close.
• Coordinate work with external contractors and ensure work is completed.
• Monitor and troubleshoot operating equipment.
• Develop innovative solutions to overcome problems or improve systems
• Ensure facility adheres to safety and environmental rules.
• Implement facility improvement projects for more efficient energy demand.
• Conduct area inspections and audits.
• Work well in a team atmosphere to support the manufacturing site as a whole to achieve its goals.
• Support all areas of maintenance throughout the facility including Preventative, corrective, and reliability approach.
• Keep tools and equipment in good working order while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

The Ideal Candidate has:

• Field experience in facility maintenance or trade association preferred
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a food or pharmaceutical environment considered an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and safely
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are needed to work effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Self-motivated, highly organized, great attention to detail, and strong record-keeping skills
• WHMIS certification is considered an asset
• Must have access to reliable transportation to work full-time hours as scheduled (40 hours per week)
• Must have the ability to provide a criminal record check that is clear of any charges that could be related or have a direct correlation to the position or company
• All employees must be 19+

Job Details
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour
Status: Full-time, permanent position
Schedule: regularly 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, subject to change as per operational requirements
Benefits: Full group benefits (health, dental, vision) coverage & corporate gym memberships after 3 months of employment



Psychological Demands

• Duties are carried out with minimal supervision, must be comfortable working independently and safely
• Must be willing/able to work in a social environment
• Must be comfortable to adapt to and prioritize unexpected situations as they occur
• Work under tight deadlines to restore site equipment or services in a timely manner
• Fast-paced, production-focused environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform physical tasks required for an 8-hour shift period, including but not limited to: pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 50lbs), standing, and walking for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to medical gloves, safety eyewear, face masks, fall arrest, etc.

Environmental Demands

• Must be willing and able to work in/move through environments with variable temperature and humidity, and variable lighting.
• Must be able to work in an environment that uses cleaning products including, but not limited to, AM 717, Caustek Free, Powerquat, Isopropyl Alcohol, Formula 19, Windex, Scrubber Blue(toilet), Goo Gone, Stainless Steel Cleaner, Magic eraser, Vinegar, Century Tile Cleaner.
• This position may involve exposure to cannabis/plant materials and is therefore not likely suitable for anyone that may suffer from allergies to cannabis or plant pollen, or for anyone that experiences medical issues as a result of exposure to cannabis/plant materials
• Strong scent of cannabis plants

If interested, please apply by November 13, 2023. Applications will not be accepted on-site. Only those selected will be contact via email for next steps.