Class B Refrigeration Technician - Maintenance & Ammonia Systems

Gordon Food Service; Ajax; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Full flex benefits

Boot reimbursement

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

125-year company history

Family culture & growth

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on warehouse equipment and automated storage systems. You will respond to emergencies and support HVAC, generators, and refrigeration operations in a 24/7 environment.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, 5+ years of hands-on experience, and a solid ability to read drawings, with preference for Millwright and refrigerant qualifications. On-site with shift flexibility.

Qualifications

• Refrigeration Operator Class B Certification is required.
• Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A) Certification is preferred.
• Skilled trade ticket is preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance with automated equipment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think and respond well under pressure.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems; electrical exposure is a plus.
• Experience with lift truck maintenance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs to warehouse equipment (forklifts, doors, HVAC, generators, rigging, conveyors).
• Support maintenance of automated storage and retrieval systems.
• Respond to emergencies and support building and automation systems operations.
• Clean, lubricate and perform routine maintenance on machinery and building systems.
• Participate in ammonia refrigeration system open/close activities and custodial work as needed.

Skills

Refrigeration Operator Class B

Millwright Certification (433A)

Trade Certification

5+ years mechanical experience

Reading mechanical drawings

Communication skills

Under pressure performance

Pneumatic & hydraulic systems

Lift truck maintenance

Job description

Gordon Food Service is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on warehouse equipment and automated storage systems. You will respond to emergencies and support HVAC, generators, and refrigeration operations in a 24/7 environment.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, 5+ years of hands-on experience, and a solid ability to read drawings, with preference for Millwright and refrigerant qualifications. On-site with shift flexibility.