Big League Food Company
Maintenance Technician
Description
About Big League Food Company:
Big League Food Company is at the forefront of the Canadian food and beverage industry. We bring together unparalleled retail, manufacturing, sales, and support capabilities to help emerging brands scale and reach wider audiences. We're proud to maintain the values, quality, and independence of brands like Village Juicery, Dark Horse Espresso, Detour Coffee, Dear Grain Bakery, and Tori’s Bakeshop.
With 30 retail units, over 800 wholesale partners, and 15,000+ e-commerce customers, we're rapidly expanding and are positioned for leadership in Canada's dynamic food landscape.
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, and mechanical troubleshooting and preferably in a food environment. This role is vital to ensuring the continuous operation and safety of our production facilities. Candidates should possess excellent analysis skills, be detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high standards of equipment reliability and safety. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where technical expertise and customer service skills are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment, including HVAC, ribbon blenders, packaging line, label printers and electrical systems
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues using schematics and technical manuals
- Conduct basic plumbing, low voltage electrical work, and other mechanical repairs as needed
- Assist with installation, calibration, and upgrades of machinery and control systems
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations during all maintenance activities
- Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance
- Conduct analysis to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions
- Assist in purchase, installation and debugging of new equipment
- Record maintenance data to monitor equipment performance
- Building maintenance (e.g. drywall, painting, changing lightbulbs, etc.)
- When necessary, source outside contractors to complete maintenance and/or repair work. Estimate costs for work orders when required;
- Provide project outline (with budget if applicable) for projects with more than a 1 week timeline.
- Source parts manufacturers/providers, order as required with follow through to purchase orders;
- Maintain records and inventory as required
- Adhere to all food safety and health & safety processes and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
- Troubleshooting Abilities: Ability to methodically diagnose and repair issues under pressure.
- Tools Proficiency: Experience with hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
- Experience: Preferred 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Physical Fitness: Capability to lift heavy equipment, climb ladders, and work in varied environments.
- Proven experience in industrial electrician work, mechanical maintenance, or related fields within manufacturing environments, preferably in a food environment
- Knowledge of schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals for troubleshooting purposes
- Familiarity with CMMS systems for maintenance scheduling and record keeping
- Experience working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and low voltage electrical systems
- Skills in HVAC, forklift, compressors, dust collection, welding, and general mechanical repair are highly desirable
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical data and diagnose issues effectively
- Excellent communication skills in English for documentation and teamwork purposes
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Prior experience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing is preferred
- This role requires a proactive approach to maintenance tasks with a focus on safety, efficiency, and quality. The Maintenance Technician will play a crucial role in supporting our operational excellence through technical expertise and dedicated service.
Pay and Schedule:
- Salary: $50,000 to $60,000 Yearly Plus Bonus & Tips
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Shift: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Artificial intelligence may be used to assist with resume screening.
Big League Food Company is the next generation of beloved food brands. Our current brand portfolio includes Village Juicery, Dark Horse Espresso, Detour Coffee, Dear Grain Bakery, and Tori’s Bakeshop.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process and require an accommodation, please let us know in advance.
Compensation
$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per month