Maintenance Technician - Pack Hall Equipment

Collage; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Haven Greens in King City, Ontario is seeking a Maintenance Technician to own the maintenance of pack hall and harvesting equipment, including automation and control systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime, working closely with Production and the maintenance team in a fast-paced food production setting.

The role emphasizes automation and controls, with a path to broaden expertise; weekend shifts are required as part of a seven-day

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining automated packaging, processing, or food/beverage line equipment.
• Strong electrical and controls troubleshooting aptitude - comfortable diagnosing PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, servo/pneumatic systems, and motor controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, controls documentation, and OEM technical manuals.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and hands-on repair skills.
• Consistent, disciplined use of a CMMS for work orders, PMs, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset in a food production environment.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, including working closely with Production and other maintenance team members.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the maintenance team's day-to-day specialist for pack hall and harvest equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls issues on this equipment, diagnosing root cause and completing repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and calibration on harvest and packaging equipment according to PM schedules.
• Read and work from electrical schematics, PLC/controls documentation, and OEM manuals to diagnose faults and guide repairs.
• Escalate ESA-regulated electrical work, licensed-scope repairs, and major installations to the Maintenance Electrician or an outside licensed contractor.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activity, parts usage, and equipment status in the CMMS.
• Track and maintain spare parts inventory for pack hall equipment.
• Collaborate with Production and the broader maintenance team to plan maintenance windows that minimize disruption to harvest and packing schedules.
• Recommend improvements to equipment reliability, changeover efficiency, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Controls troubleshooting

Read schematics

CMMS usage

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

PLC/Controls

HMI interfaces

Industrial automation tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Pack Hall Equipment

Maintenance Full Time King City, ON $38 - $43 CAD per hour

Haven Greens is leading the way in sustainable agriculture by revolutionizing leafy greens production with advanced, fully automated greenhouse technology. Based in King City, Ontario, our cutting-edge facilities use renewable energy and Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) practices to deliver fresh, locally grown cut baby leaf lettuce year-round. We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of farming and minimizing long-haul transportation. Our team is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by a mission to transform how fresh food gets to market.

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician - Pack Hall Equipment is Haven Greens' internal specialist for the mechanical, electrical, and controls systems that keep our harvesting and pack hall equipment running: the Green Automation harvesting and mixing system, the Ishida multi-basket weighing system and tray filler, the Multivac TX815 tray sealer, metal detector and weigh verification equipment, as well as associated case-handling and palletizing equipment. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role works alongside the broader maintenance team and closely with Production to keep this equipment running reliably, troubleshoot issues quickly, and reduce unplanned downtime on the line.

This role focuses on the automation, controls, and mechanical complexity of packaging and harvest equipment and operates within a narrower scope than the Maintenance Electrician. The position is not Haven Greens' licensed electrical authority and does not include ESA-regulated electrical work. However, the ideal candidate brings electrician-level troubleshooting skills and a genuine aptitude for controls and automation, whether or not they hold a formal trade licence.

While this position is primarily focused on pack hall and harvest equipment, the successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively with the broader maintenance team and demonstrate a willingness to assist with other maintenance activities and equipment across the facility as operational needs require.

We are a seven day a week facility so this role will also include weekend shifts which is currently required, there is room in the future to adjust shifts as we move forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the maintenance team's day-to-day specialist for pack hall and harvest equipment, including the Green Automation harvesting/mixing system, Ishida multi-basket weighing system and tray filler, Multivac TX815 tray sealer, and automated case/palletizing equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls issues on this equipment, diagnosing root cause and completing repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and calibration on harvest and packaging equipment according to established PM schedules, and support changeovers, setups, and teardowns between production runs.
• Read and work from electrical schematics, PLC/controls documentation, and OEM technical manuals to diagnose faults and guide repairs.
• Escalate ESA-regulated electrical work, licensed-scope repairs, and major installations to the Maintenance Electrician or an outside licensed contractor.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activity, parts usage, and equipment status in the CMMS.
• Track and maintain spare parts inventory for pack hall equipment, flagging parts and materials needed for upcoming work.
• Collaborate with Production and the broader maintenance team to plan maintenance windows that minimize disruption to harvest and packing schedules.
• Recommend improvements to equipment reliability, changeover efficiency, and preventive maintenance practices based on hands-on experience with the line.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned in support of evolving operational requirements.
• Technical Savvy
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
• Action-Oriented
• Ensures Accountability

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting automated packaging, processing, or food/beverage line equipment (conveyors, weighers, fillers, sealers, palletizers, or similar).
• Strong electrical and controls troubleshooting aptitude - comfortable diagnosing PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, servo/pneumatic systems, and motor controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, controls documentation, and OEM technical manuals.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and hands-on repair skills.
• Consistent, disciplined use of a CMMS for work orders, PMs, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset in a food production environment.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, including working closely with Production and other maintenance team members.

Nice-to-Have:

• 442A or 309A Electrician licence, or active progress through an apprenticeship toward one.
• Formal training or certification in industrial electrical, controls, or automation systems.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and greenhouse or food-processing automation specifically.
• Experience in a Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) or food production facility.
• Familiarity with the specific equipment used at Haven Greens (Green Automation, Ishida, Multivac) or comparable OEM platforms.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, move, and walk for prolonged periods (75%+ of the workday).
• Must be able to lift and move materials weighing up to 23 kg (50 lb).
• Comfortable working in a refrigerated, temperature-controlled pack hall environment (approximately 3°C / 37°F).
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-noise environment around automated equipment.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and work in tight spaces around equipment as required.

Working at Haven Greens

At Haven Greens, we are committed to creating a workplace where our team feels supported, valued, and inspired to achieve their best. We believe that a healthy, engaged workforce is the key to our success, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes both personal and professional growth.

As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer comprehensive health and dental benefits to ensure you have the care and support you need. We encourage continuous learning and development, providing opportunities for you to grow your skills and advance your career. At Haven Greens, your success is our success, and together, we are building a sustainable future in agriculture.

• Career growth and training opportunities
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment with real ownership and impact

Other

Job type: Full-time

Hiring manager: Maintenance Manager