Rack Repair Technician (6 month contract)

Pilkington Glass of Canada Ltd; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilkington Glass of Canada Ltd is seeking a maintenance technician to inspect, repair, and maintain warehouse racking systems at our Collingwood facility. You will ensure safety, quality, and compliance during every service call, coordinating with warehouse staff to minimize production disruption.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in industrial maintenance, proficiency with hand and power tools, and knowledge of shelving layouts and anchoring systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, warehouse rack installation/repair, or structural steel fabrication.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools (impact wrenches, grinders, concrete hammer drills).
• Strong knowledge of industrial shelving layout, beam locking mechanisms, and floor anchoring systems.
• Welding certification (AWS) is desirable but not mandatory depending on repair methods.
• Forklift and aerial scissor lift certification preferred (or willing to obtain on hire).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights with ladders or aerial lifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspection & Assessment: conduct routine inspections of rack systems to identify damage or unsafe conditions.
• Repair & Restoration: perform structural repairs using approved kits, replacements, or welding techniques.
• Preventative Maintenance: identify high-risk areas and install safety features like guards and protectors.
• Compliance & Safety: ensure repairs meet manufacturer guidelines, NSG/Pilkington standards, OSHA rules; tag out damaged racks.
• Documentation: maintain logs of inspections, repairs, parts, and safety certifications.
• Collaboration: coordinate with warehouse staff to schedule repairs during off-peak hours.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Safety Focus

Learning Agility

Proficiency with hand & power tools

Job description

Job Category: Direct

Requisition Number: RACKR004599

• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

Essential Functions:

• Inspection & Assessment: Conduct routine structural inspections of facility racking systems to identify damage, deflections, sheared anchors, missing safety pins, or compromised uprights/beams.
• Repair & Restoration: Perform structural repairs on damaged components using approved manufacturer kits, section replacements, or certified welding techniques. Realign and reinforce bent or unanchored racking frame systems.
• Preventative Maintenance: Proactively identify high-risk areas (e.g., end-of-row frames frequently hit by forklifts) and install preventative safety features like column protectors and guardrails.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer guidelines, RMI (Rack Manufacturers Institute) standards, and OSHA regulations. Tag out and isolate damaged racks immediately to prevent loading before repairs are complete.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date logs of all inspections, completed repairs, parts used, and safety certifications for facility compliance auditing.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with warehouse supervisors and forklift operators to schedule repairs during off-peak hours, minimizing disruptions to manufacturing production.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Safety Focus
• Learning Agility

Qualifications Required:

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, warehouse rack installation/repair, or structural steel fabrication.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with hand and power tools (impact wrenches, grinders, concrete hammer drills).
• Strong knowledge of industrial shelving layout, beam locking mechanisms, and floor anchoring systems.
• Welding certification (AWS) is highly desirable but not always mandatory depending on specific repair methods used.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand or kneel for extended periods, and work comfortably at heights using ladders or aerial lifts.
• Certifications: Forklift and Aerial Scissor Lift certification preferred (or willing to obtain upon hire).
• Attributes: Sharp eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an uncompromising commitment to workplace safety.