Service Technician - Sanitation

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits plan

Group RRSP plan

EFAP and Wellness programs

Company vehicle and fuel card

Safe and respectful work environment

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Service Technician to deliver maintenance and repair services for dispensing and janitorial equipment predominantly in Dartmouth, NS. The successful candidate will manage on-site installation and repairs, requiring a background in general repairs, plumbing, and electrical tasks. Benefits include competitive compensation, a company vehicle, and a supportive work environment. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to providing excellent service across various sectors including hospitality and healthcare.

Qualifications

• Background in general repair, minor plumbing, and electrical repair beneficial.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair and service industry equipment.
• Physically fit to meet demands including lifting over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Perform monthly preventative maintenance checks and record appropriately.

Skills

General repair skills

Minor plumbing

Electrical repair

Troubleshooting

Mechanical inclination

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

We require a Service Technician to provide service to our customers predominantly in the Dartmouth, NS.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing maintenance and repair services to chemical and other types of dispensing and janitorial equipment located in our customers’ facilities. Our market includes the Hospitality, Industrial and Institutional sectors, including restaurants, hotels, nursing homes, hospitals, and food production facilities.

The ideal candidate will be provided a full training program to orient them with our specific equipment.

In return, we provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits plan.
• Group RRSP plan, EFAP, and Wellness programs.
• Company vehicle, fuel card, and cellphone.
• Safe and respectful work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Perform monthly preventative maintenance checks and record appropriately.
• Produce timely and detailed service reports.
• Operate vehicle in a safe manner.
• Follow all company’s procedures and protocols.
• Comprehend customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations.
• Build positive relationships with customers.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• A background in general repair, minor plumbing, and electrical repair would be extremely beneficial.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair and service industry equipment as outlined in the role.
• Mechanically inclined for basic pumps and dilution systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours and adapt to changing work schedules including some overnight travel.
• Attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Physically fit; ability to meet physical demands including reaching, bending, walking, standing and performing repetitive work; must have the ability to lift over 50 pounds.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.