Maintenance Technician

Valleyview Co-op; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established retail cooperative in Winnipeg is seeking a Maintenance Technician who will be responsible for executing preventative maintenance and supporting maintenance activities across multiple locations. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant trade experience and hold a valid Manitoba Driver's License. This position offers competitive total rewards including a pension plan and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Group insurance

Strong pension plan

Employee discount

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant trade experience or retail store management.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Set up and execute regular preventative maintenance activities.
• Engage with the maintenance ticketing system for planning and documentation.
• Maintain company properties according to seasonal requirements.

Skills

Electrical Experience

HVAC

Mechanical Knowledge

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Start Your Career with one of Manitoba's Top Employers. We have deep roots in our community with over 85 years of service, and we are committed to our members, including profit sharing and local partnerships. We continue to grow from a single Gas Bar in downtown Winnipeg to a network of stores and service locations, delivering fuel and retail services across Manitoba and northwestern Ontario.

This role can be the start of your career at Red River Co-op, with ample opportunity for advancement within the Co-operative Retailing System, a network of 160 retail Co-ops across western Canada.

The Opportunity

Red River Co-op is recruiting for the position of Maintenance Technician at our Head Office in Winnipeg, MB. This position requires frequent travel to co-op food stores and gas bars in Winnipeg and the surrounding area. This position reports to the Facilities Manager.

• Set up and execute regular preventative maintenance activities on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Engage with the maintenance ticketing system to plan daily activities, complete assigned tasks, and document completed activity.
• Support maintenance activities at all Red River facilities, including car wash maintenance, environmental checks, cleaning, device lubrication, belt servicing, water softener maintenance, and general tasks to ensure consistent operations.
• Maintain Red River properties according to seasonal requirements (e.g., lawn care, snow/ice removal, garbage handling) and assist with additional duties as assigned.
• Perform other cleaning and maintenance as required.
• Follow company policies and Workplace Health and Safety standards and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Ensure safety in all working environments and stay up to date with online safe work training.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

About you: You have a minimum of 3 years of relevant trade experience or retail store management. You are highly motivated, able to work with little supervision, organized, and able to manage projects. You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, can solve problems, and are a self-starter who can work independently.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Construction certification or designation is an asset, as is experience with minor household renovations and construction repairs. Working hours are primarily Monday–Friday, with occasional weekends or evenings as required.

Red River Co-op welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available during the assessment and selection process by contacting the Human Resources Division, in writing or in person at 10 Prairie Way, Winnipeg.

Total Rewards

Red River Co-op offers a comprehensive total rewards package including group insurance, a strong pension plan, and employee discount. There are opportunities for advancement within the Co-operative Retailing System, and ongoing professional development is encouraged, including up to 100% reimbursement for post-secondary coursework. Additional details will be shared with candidates during the interview process.

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Electrical Experience, eMaint, Industrial Maintenance, HVAC, Mechanical Knowledge, Property Maintenance, Maintenance, Painting, Plumbing, Hydraulics, Programmable Logic Controllers, Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1