Maintenance Technician

at  Intercity Packers

Intercity Packers Ltd.
Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you? See our job opening below.
Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS).
As our innovative business continues to grow rapidly, we are seeking for a full-time Maintenance Technician for our Richmond location.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this role performs various skilled mechanical maintenance and repair duties on various types of equipment, including cranes, conveyors, poser industrial vehicles (PIV) and building facilities in accordance with accepted standards, regulations and procedures. Ensures that all equipment is in working order for maximum operating efficiency
Position: full time, permanent
Schedule: days and weekends, flexible
Salary: starting from $28/hour

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs routine audits to ensure conformance to operational and safety requirements and standards.
• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance activities on systems to provide the continuous performance of HVAC, electricity, gas, life safety, security, and other systems required for operations.
• Proactively report and request tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations.
• Prepares records, reports, and other documentation related to work performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs general trades work in the facility as required.
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge of operational and safety compliance, regulations and standards.

Requirements

• Licensed: Refrigeration Operator or 4th Class Engineer, or higher
• HVAC Experience is an asset
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Knows basic computer systems: MS Office, Google Sheets, Docs and Drive, Inventory and Sales System (Canopy)
• Ability to communicate effectively, helps in creating an inclusive and trust-based culture and leads the team in delivering high customer service.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, food safety, safe lifting and handling procedures
• Knowledge of meat and seafood production and warehousing is an asset

What We Offer

• Competitive Total Rewards Program:
• Industry-standard salary package
• Flexible benefits program including dental, vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage
• Company-matched retirement program
• Profit Sharing
• In-house certification, training, and career advancement opportunities
• Special employee discounts on all meat and seafood products
• Employee appreciation events and social club activities all year round
• Positive employee culture and rewards for performance
• Annual boot allowance (50% up to $100)

At Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood, we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five (5)decades, we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high-quality, innovative and carefully sourced meat and seafood products along with the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our motto, “Yes, we do!”
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to hr@intercitypackers.ca and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line

• Performs routine audits to ensure conformance to operational and safety requirements and standards.
• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance activities on systems to provide the continuous performance of HVAC, electricity, gas, life safety, security, and other systems required for operations.
• Proactively report and request tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations.
• Prepares records, reports, and other documentation related to work performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs general trades work in the facility as required.
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge of operational and safety compliance, regulations and standards