Senior Maintenance Technician - Delta

Randstad Canada; Delta; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Technician (Industrial Mechanic) for their Delta, BC plant. The role focuses on keeping high-volume processing and packaging lines running safely and efficiently, with emphasis on diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and strict safety practices.

The successful candidate will hold a BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman certificate in electrical trade, 3–5 years in industrial operations (dairy a plus), and experience with VFDs,

Qualifications

• Valid BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Electrician certificate.
• Experience 3–5 years in industrial operations, with dairy a strong plus.
• Strong electrical diagnostic skills; VFDs/PLCs an asset.
• Solid mechanical understanding and preventative maintenance experience.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms (e.g., HIPPO) preferred.
• Self-directed with strong communication and teamwork.
• Able to adapt to seasonal schedule or shift changes.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, service, overhaul, and tune plant electrical assemblies and automated logic units.
• Maintain communication data systems, standby systems, and HVAC/climate control equipment.
• Review schematics and codes for machine layouts.
• Execute preventative maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, and document logs.
• Identify vulnerabilities, propose fixes, and uphold reliability.
• Uphold safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

VFDs & PLCs

Mechanical aptitude

CMMS knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

Red Seal Journeyman Electrician certificate

Tools

HIPPO CMMS

Job description

A top-tier Canadian food processing and dairy manufacturing leader with nearly 140 years of brand legacy seeks a dedicated Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) for their BC plant crew.

This essential position keeps high-volume processing and packaging lines running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. The ideal candidate excels on the floor, bringing sharp diagnostic skills, robust PM routines, and rigorous dedication to facility safety and sanitation protocols.

Position: Senior Maintenance Technician

Location: Delta, British Columbia

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Pay Rate: $47.67 / hour

Schedule: Full-time hours; flexibility is required as days of work or start/end times vary with seasonal or departmental needs

Advantages

• Top-tier wage rate of $47.67 hourly
• Comprehensive role working with advanced industrial electrical systems, automated devices, and plant controls
• Long-term job security with a reputable, iconic Canadian producer
• Direct avenues for professional advancement and cross-trade skill development
• Collaborative, safety-first shop culture with strong team-oriented leadership
• Practical daily exposure to high-speed automation and modern processing hardware

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, service, overhaul, and tune plant electrical assemblies and automated logic units.
• Maintain, service, and repair communication data systems, emergency standby systems, and HVAC/climate control equipment.
• Review schematics, single-line prints, and electrical code mandates for machine layouts and setups.
• Execute preventative maintenance work orders, troubleshoot breakdowns, implement root-cause corrective actions, and document all maintenance logs.
• Pinpoint machine vulnerabilities, propose workflow fixes, and uphold reliability standards.
• Strictly uphold workplace health, safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards to ensure a safe operating facility.

Qualifications

• Trade Certification (Required): Valid BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Certificate of Qualification as an Electrician. Dual certification or related trades (such as Millwright, Refrigeration, Heavy-Duty Mechanic, or Instrumentation & Controls) are highly valued.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in industrial operations; plant floor food processing background required, with dairy being a strong plus.
• Automation & Controls: Strong electrical diagnostic skills, with proven experience troubleshooting VFDs and PLCs considered an asset.
• Mechanical & Technical Aptitude: Solid mechanical understanding with proven preventative maintenance experience.
• Systems & Software: Solid digital competence with facility CMMS platforms (e.g., HIPPO software) preferred.
• Work Style & Communication: Self-directed troubleshooter skilled at managing competing tasks under pressure. Professional written and verbal communication skills with a strong team approach.
• Flexibility: Adaptable to fluctuating operational needs, including seasonal schedule or shift-time changes.

Summary

If you are a certified specialist eager to advance your trade within an established, market-leading team, we welcome your application.

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.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.