Warehouse Maintenance Assistant - Calgary (AB)

Some of what you will do:

Performs cleaning and building maintenance duties both inside/outside of the facility (covering mechanical, electrical & other technical areas) and work with conveyor system. Work is performed under the direction of maintenance Manager.

Specifically, You Will:

Janitorial

• Uses proper equipment, procedures and cleaning supplies when performing cleaning duties. 

• Operate Bales and compactors.

Maintenance Support

• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate test device on a conveyor system, shrink-wrap machines, case erectors, case sealers and dock levelers in all aspects. Make determination when vendor support is needed to facilitate repair ie: HVAC hot/cold calls.

• Perform general maintenance on the conveyor system, shrink-wrap machines, case erectors, case sealers, and dock levelers. Some examples are repair of security doors, alarm test and resets, compressor checks, emergency generator etc.

• Follow up on outside contractor work by review, inspection and sign-off of completed work orders. Escalate as necessary.

• Oversee day-to-day Day Porter activities including scheduling, assigning, and reviewing of daily work tasks.

• Travel between Staples sites as required depending on business needs.

• Operate, test, and maintain Sorting systems.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• Removes snow from walkway and steps. 

• Keeps sand and salt on walks and steps during icy/slippery conditions. 

• May be asked to execute repair and preventive maintenance of facility equipment. 

• Maintains the facility grounds in such a way to reflect an attractive public appearance. 

• May perform light electrical and/or plumbing maintenance and troubleshooting. 

Health and Safety:

• Testing of fire and emergency back-up systems.

• Active member of emergency response team.

Some of what you need:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 

• MHE certification is an asset.

• Familiar with fire suppression systems and backup generators an asset Able to operate a variety of cleaning machines (floor sweepers, polisher, vacuums, dusters). 

• Knowledge of proper safety precautions when working with electricity and machines. 

• Work requires continual walking, standing, and lifting to carry out everyday activities.

• Must be able to lift and move 50 pounds.

• Ability to work at heights up to 40 feet.

• Good physical coordination and manual dexterity is required to climb ladders, and to use tools to conduct on-site repairs of equipment.

• Physical effort is required to use the computer to access and record information.

• Willing to learn TMS continuously.

• Assists with office equipment moves and meeting set-ups as needed or requested. 

• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of proper building practices. 

• Handymen experience an asset. 

• Some computer knowledge is an asset.

• Minimum of three (3) months related experience required. 

Some of what you will get:

• Associate discount

• Health and Dental benefits

• RRSP/DPSP

• Performance bonuses

• Learning & Development programs

• And more…

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Team

At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.

We are building an inclusive and diverse team

Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.