5+ years of hands-on experience with automated equipment
Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; electrical experience a plus
Responsibilities
Perform maintenance and repairs on various warehouse equipment
Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance on storage systems
Respond to emergencies regarding building and automated systems
Carry out routine cleaning and lubrication of machinery
Operate natural gas generator
Participate in refrigeration ammonia system line openings
Execute refrigeration custodial tasks
Undertake additional duties as required
Benefits
Performance incentives after 3 months
Comprehensive flex benefits program
Steel toe boot reimbursement
Company matching RRSP
Profit sharing opportunity
Family-oriented culture with advancement opportunities
Established 125-year family business
Full Job Description
What We Offer :
Performance incentives available after 3 months
FULL flex benefits program
Steel toe boot reimbursement
Company matching RRSP
Profit Sharing
125-year, family-owned and operated company history
Family culture and advancement opportunities
Specific Responsibilities and Functions :
Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs to all warehouse equipment including but not limited to fork lifts, dock levelers, restraints, overhead doors, high speed doors, HVAC systems, water heaters, compressed air systems, fire suppression systems and conventional racking
Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance and provide maintenance support for the automated storage and retrieval systems.
Respond to emergency situations and support all operations of the building and automations systems
Cleaning, lubricating and performing other routine maintenance work on building and machinery
Starting, stopping and transferring power to and from natural gas generator to utility
Participating in line openings of the refrigeration ammonia system
Refrigeration custodial work as needed
Additional duties as needed
Working Conditions :
Grocery area in the warehouse is room temperature; varies from cold in the winter and warm in the summer
Cooler area in the warehouse is approximately 1 or 2 degrees C
Freezer area in the warehouse is approximately -15 degrees C. Some areas of the freezer can get as low as -23 degrees C
Moderate noise level
Will regularly be required to stand, walk
Required to have a high degree of concentration and alertness
Additional Details :
Monday - Friday (Rotating Shifts): 7:15am - 3:30pm or 3:15pm - 11:30pm. Weekends as needed
Hourly Rate: $40.98 - $47.98 p/hr
During peak seasons, scheduled overtime is required
There is a 30-minute paid lunch for an 8-hour shift
GFS Delivers every day of the year, as we are a 24/7 operation. Employees must be flexible to work all Statutory Holidays, however, this does not necessarily mean that employees will be required to work all of them.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Refrigeration Operator Class B Certification is required
Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A) Certification is preferred
Skilled trade ticket is preferred
Must have 5+ years of direct hands-on experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance with automated equipment
Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
Ability to think and respond well under pressure
Must have well developed knowledge and experience with mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Electrical experience will be considered beneficial
Experience with maintenance and repair of lift trucks would be beneficial
