Maintenance Technician

GFS Canada Company, Inc.; Ajax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a 125-year family-owned company that values your skills in mechanical repairs and maintenance. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing various warehouse equipment, ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced environment. You'll work alongside a dedicated team in a culture that promotes family values and advancement opportunities. With performance incentives, a full flex benefits program, and profit sharing, this is an exciting chance to make a significant impact in the food service industry while enjoying a supportive work atmosphere. If you have a passion for mechanical systems and a desire to grow, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Performance Incentives

Full Flex Benefits Program

Company Matching RRSP

Profit Sharing

Family Culture

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on warehouse equipment including forklifts and HVAC systems.
• Respond to emergencies and support building operations.

Skills

Mechanical Repairs

Automated Equipment Maintenance

Ability to Read Mechanical Drawings

Communication Skills

Pneumatic Systems Knowledge

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Electrical Experience

Lift Truck Maintenance

Education

Certificate of Ontario Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) 433A

Job description

We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here’s a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry.

There’s a seat at our table for you…

Schedule : Mon – Fri (7:30 am-3:30 pm)

What We Offer :

1. Performance incentives available after 3 months
2. FULL flex benefits program
3. Company matching RRSP
4. Profit Sharing
5. 125-year, family-owned and operated company history
6. Family culture and advancement opportunities

Specific Responsibilities and Functions :

1. Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs to all warehouse equipment including but not limited to fork lifts, dock levelers, restraints, overhead doors, high speed doors, HVAC systems, water heaters, compressed air systems, fire suppression systems and conventional racking.
2. Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance and provide maintenance support for the automated storage and retrieval systems.
3. Respond to emergency situations and support all operations of the building and automation systems.
4. Cleaning, lubricating and performing other routine maintenance work on building and machinery.

Working Conditions :

1. Grocery area in the warehouse is room temperature; varies from cold in the winter and warm in the summer.
2. Cooler area in the warehouse is approximately 1 or 2 degrees C.
3. Freezer area in the warehouse is approximately –15 degrees C. Some areas of the freezer can get as low as -23 degrees C.
4. Will regularly be required to stand, walk.
5. Required to have a high degree of concentration and alertness.
6. During peak seasons, scheduled overtime is required.
7. There is a 30-minute paid lunch for an 8-hour shift.
8. GFS Delivers every day of the year, as we are a 24/7 operation. Employees must be flexible to work all Statutory Holidays, however, this does not necessarily mean that employees will be required to work all of them.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Must have 5+ years of direct hands-on experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance with automated equipment.
2. Certificate of Ontario Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) 433A is preferred.
3. Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
4. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
5. Ability to think and respond well under pressure.
6. Must have well developed knowledge and experience with mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Electrical experience will be considered beneficial.
7. Experience with maintenance and repair of lift trucks would be beneficial.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.