Lab Technician à Canada

Job Description

Salary : 21-31 per hour

Maintenance Technician

Location : West Kelowna, BC

The Opportunity

Northside Industries, an award-winning leader in the manufacturing and assembly of steel and aluminum fabrications for the Oil and Gas, Forestry, Heavy Duty Truck, and Mining sectors, is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our growing team in West Kelowna, BC.

With over 50 years of industry experience, Northside Industries is committed to excellence in quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Our team is at the heart of our success, and we are proud to offer a workplace that fosters safety, collaboration, and personal growth.

We have been recognized as the 2022 Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Large Business of the Year and the 2022 Westside Board of Trade Large Business of the Year, underscoring our commitment to excellence not just in what we build, but how we build it.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our equipment and facilities remain reliable, safe, and efficient. This role is ideal for a mechanically inclined, hands-on individual with a strong aptitude for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement.

You will work with a variety of equipment and collaborate across departments to minimize downtime and support production goals. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy solving technical challenges, and value a clean and safe work environment, this position is for you.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Trade certification (Millwright, Industrial Mechanic, or Electrician) is a strong asset
• Electrical ticket or training is highly desirable
• Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems (qualified)
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems or a willingness to learn
• Ability to read technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics
• Physical fitness with the ability to lift, bend, and work in elevated or confined spaces
• Strong time management, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to working safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to support shift work, weekend maintenance, and unplanned repairs as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on machinery and facility systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, minimizing production downtime
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues (where qualified)
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance activities
• Maintain accurate records of work performed using maintenance software
• Assist with process improvements and contribute to equipment upgrades
• Ensure safe working practices are followed, including PPE and lockout/tagout procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and 5S programs
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools, and materials

What We Offer

• A safe, supportive culture in a safety-conscious environment with strong team collaboration
• Career growth and development opportunities, including apprenticeship sponsorship, training, and internal promotion
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive group benefits, RRSP matching, and Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Engaging and varied work with diverse, technically challenging projects
• Recognition and stability as part of an industry leader with a bright future