Maintenance Technician
- Surrey, BC, Canada
$25 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $25 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of production machinery and equipment at Merit Kitchens' manufacturing facility.
Working under the direction of the Lead Maintenance Technician, this position performs preventive maintenance, assists with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and supports general facility maintenance activities to ensure efficient and reliable plant operations.
The Maintenance Technician plays an important role in minimizing equipment downtime, maintaining workplace safety, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Inspections and Preventive Maintenance:
Required:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of production machinery and equipment at Merit Kitchens' manufacturing facility.
Working under the direction of the Lead Maintenance Technician, this position performs preventive maintenance, assists with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and supports general facility maintenance activities to ensure efficient and reliable plant operations.
The Maintenance Technician plays an important role in minimizing equipment downtime, maintaining workplace safety, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Inspections and Preventive Maintenance:
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on woodworking and cabinetry production equipment, including CNC routers, panel saws, edge banders, and drilling machines.
- Follow established maintenance schedules, procedures, and checklists.
- Identify equipment wear, defects, or potential malfunctions and report findings to the Lead Maintenance Technician.
- Assist with scheduled maintenance activities during production downtime.
- Assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues.
- Perform routine repairs and replace worn or damaged components.
- Support emergency maintenance activities to minimize production interruptions.
- Document completed maintenance and repair activities accurately.
- Escalate complex equipment issues to the Lead Maintenance Technician.
- Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades as directed.
- Support machinery adjustments and improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and workplace safety.
- Perform general facility maintenance tasks, including minor repairs to doors, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and other building components within the technician's qualifications.
- Assist with maintaining plant utilities, compressed air systems, and general infrastructure.
- Support workplace modifications, equipment relocations, and minor facility improvement projects.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe maintenance work areas.
- Follow established lockout/tagout procedures and workplace safety requirements.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with company safety policies.
- Report unsafe conditions, equipment hazards, and maintenance concerns promptly.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment inspection documentation.
- Assist with organizing maintenance tools, spare parts, and supplies.
Required:
- Technical diploma, trade certification, or equivalent practical experience in mechanical, industrial, or electrical maintenance.
- Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely.
- Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and basic technical drawings.
- Understanding of workplace safety procedures and preventive maintenance practices.
- Forklift operating experience is considered an asset; candidates without prior experience must be willing to obtain forklift certification.
- Experience working with woodworking or cabinetry manufacturing equipment.
- Familiarity with CNC machinery and automated production systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn and develop additional technical skills.
- Alignment with Merit Kitchens' core values: integrity, accountability, collaboration, and engagement.
- Hand and power tools.
- Basic electrical testing and diagnostic equipment, where qualified.
- Mechanical maintenance and repair tools.
- Microsoft Office Suite.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Hourly wage $25.00 CAD per hour.
- Extended health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Group RRSP with employer matching.
- Paid vacation, sick leave, bereavement days, and personal days.
- Access to employee wellness initiatives and company events.
- Opportunities for training and career development.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production machinery and equipment, while documenting work and escalating complex issues. Support equipment installations and improvements, general facility maintenance, safe work practices, and reliable plant operations.
Requirements
Requires a technical diploma, trade certification, or equivalent practical experience in mechanical, industrial, or electrical maintenance, plus at least two years of maintenance experience. Candidates need basic to intermediate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, safe tool use, and preventive maintenance; forklift experience and woodworking or CNC equipment familiarity are preferred.
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Pneumatic Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment Inspection
- CNC Machinery
- Woodworking Equipment
- Facility Maintenance
- Lockout/Tagout
- Workplace Safety
- Reading Technical Drawings
- Forklift Operation
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Extended Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Group RRSP With Employer Matching
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Personal Days
- Employee Wellness Initiatives
- Company Events
- Training and Career Development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Electrical Maintenance
- Pneumatic Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- CNC Routers
- Panel Saws
- Edge Banders
- Drilling Machines
- Woodworking Equipment
- Cabinetry Manufacturing
- Automated Production Systems
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Facility Maintenance
- Compressed Air Systems
- Forklift Certification
- Lockout/Tagout
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Maintenance Records
- Work Orders
- Technical Drawings
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Electrical Testing Equipment
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Continuous Improvement
- Workplace Safety