Refrigeration B Technician

Randstad Canada; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food solutions company in Cambridge, Ontario, is seeking a Refrigeration B Technician with dual Millwright expertise. This role requires a valid Refrigeration B license and Millwright license, as well as hands-on experience in mechanical systems. The position offers a competitive wage of $50 per hour and opportunities for advancement in a rewarding environment focused on safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Benefits from day one

3 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–5 years of hands-on experience in an industrial mechanical role.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operation of building systems, including refrigeration.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and complete maintenance reports.
• Install and repair all mechanical and electrical systems at the plant.

Skills

Refrigeration proficiency

Welding techniques

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Mechanical systems maintenance

Education

Refrigeration B license

Millwright license

Job description

Position

Ref B Technician

Industry

Food

Location

Cambridge

Shift

Nights Sunday to Thursday 11pm to 7am

Rate

$50 / hour

Benefits

• Benefits from day one
• Vacation 3 weeks

Advantages

• Competitive wage of $50 per hour.
• Opportunity to work for a leading food solutions company in Cambridge, Ontario.
• Dual-ticket role that allows you to utilize and expand both your refrigeration and millwright skills.
• Be a crucial part of a supportive team focused on operational excellence and high-quality product output.
• Access to ongoing training and support through a trusted partner in the industrial management sector.
• The chance to work in an environment that values continuous improvement and employee well‑being.
• Engage in a challenging and rewarding role that combines technical expertise with problem‑solving.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operation of building systems, including heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air‑conditioning.
• Operate and monitor an industrial ammonia refrigeration system, ensuring compliance with all standard operating procedures and regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and complete daily refrigeration system readings and logbook records.
• Install, maintain, and repair all mechanical and electrical systems and machinery at the plant.
• Provide technical support for production by troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and calibration activities, and maintain updated records.
• Identify and implement opportunities to continuously improve maintenance operations and lower utility costs.
• Work with outside contractors and inspectors as required.
• Enforce established safety, health, contamination, and housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Track building and equipment repairs and complete maintenance reports and logs.
• Actively promote health and safety in the workplace and work in a safe manner in accordance with all legislated and company standards.
• Perform other duties as required to support plant operations.

Qualifications

• A valid Refrigeration B license and a Millwright license are mandatory for this position.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of hands‑on experience in an industrial mechanical role, with a strong preference for candidates from the food industry.
• Proficiency in various welding techniques (ARC, TIG, MIG) and machine shop practices.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting and handle meat products (beef, pork, chicken, seafood, etc.) comfortably.
• Proven knowledge of health & safety and food safety protocols (e.g., GMP, HACCP).
• Strong commitment to working in a safe manner and enforcing all company policies and procedures.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills to address equipment breakdowns efficiently.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Summary

Ready to advance your career as a Refrigeration B Technician with dual Millwright expertise? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading food company in Cambridge, Ontario, offering a competitive wage and a challenging yet rewarding environment. Your specialized skills are essential to the continuous operation and success of the plant, and we are looking for a professional who is passionate about safety, efficiency, and quality. As a global leader in talent solutions, Randstad is committed to helping you find a job you love and build a successful career. Our expert recruiters are ready to connect with you. If this particular Refrigeration B Technician role doesn't fit your career goals, we have many other great opportunities. Reach out to us today to explore how we can help you with your next career move!

If this is something you would be interested in please submit your resume or email it to Paulina Galinski at [e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non‑binary / gender non‑conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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