Our client based out of Ripley, ON is seeking a fulltime Maintenance Technician to join their team on a fulltime basis. Ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined and will work in a food manufacturing environment in maintenance department.

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on food production machinery to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Conduct inspections, diagnose issues, and repair or replace mechanical parts like motors, drive chains, sprockets, pulleys, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.
• Inspect and repair pneumatic systems, including air compressors, hydraulic seals, pumps, hoses, and cylinders.
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and replace electrical components, such as controls, sensors, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, and timers for both AC and DC systems.
• Repair and replace damaged electrical wiring when issues such as shorts or broken wires occur.
• Maintain HVAC systems to keep the facilitys climate control operating effectively.
• Carry out preventive maintenance checks on equipment, including conveyors, water heaters, water pumps, heat exchangers, evaporators, fans, and powered industrial machinery.
• Perform welding tasks on equipment like conveyor frames, packaging equipment, carts, and safety guards.
• Conduct general building maintenance, including structural repairs like windows, doors, and walls.
• Repair plumbing issues to prevent water damage and ensure functional water fixtures.
• Apply preventive treatments, such as sealing flat roofs, to minimize future repairs.
• Address potential safety risks in the facility to prevent injuries.
• Repaint areas as needed to maintain a clean and well-maintained facility appearance.
• Take on additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with skills in troubleshooting and repairing machinery.
• Intermediate knowledge of electrical systems.
• Basic to intermediate welding skills.
• Basic HVAC maintenance experience.
• Reliable, proactive, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with others.
• Preferred experience in refrigeration, warehouse operations, or manufacturing.

Work Environment:

• This role is based in a food manufacturing setting, where safety and cleanliness are top priorities.

Physical Demands:

• Requires physical activity, including heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling objects up to 50 pounds on occasion.