Maintenance Technician

Gordon Food Service; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Industrial Mechanic to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing maintenance and repairs on various warehouse equipment, ensuring operational efficiency in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical repairs, particularly with automated systems, and will thrive under pressure. With a family-oriented culture and numerous advancement opportunities, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the food service industry. Join a company that values your expertise and fosters a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Performance Incentives

Full Flex Benefits Program

Steel Toe Boot Reimbursement

Company Matching RRSP

Profit Sharing

Family Culture

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical repairs.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on warehouse equipment.
• Respond to emergency situations and support operations.

Skills

Mechanical Repairs

Automated Equipment Maintenance

Reading Mechanical Drawings

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Pressure Response

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Pneumatic Systems Knowledge

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Electrical Experience

Education

Certificate of Ontario Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) 433A

Tools

Lift Trucks

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and wehave 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...

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 :

• Performance incentives available after 3 months

• FULL flex benefits program

• Steel toe boot reimbursement

• Company matching RRSP

• Profit Sharing

• 125-year, family-owned and operated company history

• Family culture and advancement opportunities

Specific Responsibilities and Functions :

• 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

• Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance and provide maintenance support for the automated storage and retrieval systems.

• Respond to emergency situations and support all operations of the building and automations systems

• Cleaning, lubricating and performing other routine maintenance work on building and machinery

Working Conditions :

• Grocery area in the warehouse is room temperature; varies from cold in the winter and warm in the summer

• Cooler area in the warehouse is approximately 1 or 2 degrees C

• Freezer area in the warehouse is approximately –15 degrees C. Some areas of the freezer can get as low as -23 degrees C

• Moderate noise level

• Will regularly be required to stand, walk

• Required to have a high degree of concentration and alertness

Additional Details :

• During peak seasons, scheduled overtime is required

• There is a 30-minute paid lunch for an 8-hour shift

• 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:

• Certificate of Ontario Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) 433A is REQUIRED

• Must have 5+ years of direct hands-on experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance with automated equipment

• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

• Ability to think and respond well under pressure

• Must have well developed knowledge and experience with mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Electrical experience will be considered beneficial

• Experience with maintenance and repair of lift trucks would be beneficial

Salary:

• $41.25

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.
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