Maintenance Specialist

Organigram; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Organigram is seeking a Maintenance Specialist in Winnipeg to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. The role requires reading mechanical and electrical drawings to diagnose issues and support safe, efficient operations.

The candidate should have strong problem-solving abilities, be proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. A High School Diploma is required; Millwright/Industrial Electrician certification is an asset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Trade certification asset (Millwright or Industrial Electrician).
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment.
• Experience with CMMS and drawing software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and perform maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and drawings to determine work procedures and troubleshoot issues.
• Assist with equipment installations, foundations, and work area setup.
• Maintain and execute preventative maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Support contractors and external service providers during repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical reasoning

Electrical troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Millwright/Industrial Electrician certification (asset)

Tools

CMMS (maintenance software)

Electrical drawings/Schematics software

Job description

Maintenance Specialist

Location: Winnipeg
Status: Full-Time
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Position Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Specialist is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment to support safe and efficient operations. This role requires the ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to diagnose and resolve equipment issues related to pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. The successful candidate demonstrates strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, takes initiative, and maintains a positive, professional attitude in a fast-paced and evolving manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and perform corrective and preventative maintenance on industrial production and facility equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, job specifications, and technical drawings to determine work procedures and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Assist with equipment installations, including laying out and preparing foundations and work areas as required.
• Maintain and execute preventative maintenance programs for production and facility equipment
• Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment
• Support contractors and external service providers during repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance activities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Industrial Electrician, or related trade certification considered an asset.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using computerized maintenance systems and computer-based drawing software is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.