Maintenance Technician

Arterra Wines Canada; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wine producer in the Niagara Region is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the maintenance and repair of production lines and equipment. Applicants should have a Red Seal Millwright Certification and minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial setting. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Pension plan

Product allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing or other regulated environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Solid understanding of safety practices and Lockout / Tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production lines and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues to reduce downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems knowledge

Strong troubleshooting ability

Valid G level driver's license

Strong computer skills

Welding experience

Education

Red Seal Millwright Certification

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Job Description

At Arterra Wines Canada, we aim to inspire the simple joys of life, and we come to work every day with a shared passion to build wine brands people love. As a pioneer in the Canadian wine industry with 150 years of experience, our success is driven by our people. We work together with integrity and pride, striving to reach our fullest potential every day, and we’re looking for people who do the same.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of automated production lines and industrial equipment in a food-grade environment. You will play a key role in ensuring minimal downtime and maximum productivity while maintaining strict compliance with food safety standards.

This is a full-time permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems across the production lines and throughout the facility.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues and implement timely solutions to reduce downtime.
• Work closely with the production team to prioritize and complete work orders safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and parts inventory.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades.
• Follow and enforce all safety, GMP, and food safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Millwright Certification is required.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing or other regulated environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, and packaging equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, sensors, and circuit diagrams and ability to troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Preference for welding experience (Tig, Mig, and Stick).
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Solid understanding of safety practices and Lockout / Tagout procedures.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Valid G level driver’s license.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, maintenance software).
• Able to work well on your own and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in an industrial environment (dust, smoke, grease, noise, fumes, chemicals, etc.). Includes indoor and outdoor work.
• Physical able to perform work, inclusive of standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, reaching, lifting, bending, twisting, hand dexterity, and stamina.

Offer

• Compensation budget range $37.60-$48.65 / hr, commiserate with experience.
• Benefits that include health, dental, pension, and product allowance.
• Opportunity to develop professional skills in a supportive team environment.

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.