Technician / Repair Technician Technician / Repair Technician

UniFirst Canada is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Tech I to join our UniFirst team. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, systems, and components, both indoor and outdoor facility and equipment, including but not limited to: large capacity washers, dryers, pneumatic and steam systems, convey system and boilers. At UniFirst we have a standard Monday - Friday work week. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training. Training: Our Team Partners receive quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement. We are a rapidly growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. Diversity: On the job training & great hourly pay + RRSP, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses. U tilize hand/power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices.

• Ensure safe operation of machinery, mechanical electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and components.
• Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre-treatment system testing, record results in logbooks / computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required
• Inspect motor, belts, fluid levels, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions in accordance with maintenance procedures.
• Inspect, clean and lubricate shafts, bearings gears and other equipment parts in accordance with work procedures and technical manual.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System for all repair and preventive maintenance activities.
• Respond to emergency alarms and assist with other maintenance personnel with emergency and non-emergency repairs.
• Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background is preferred.

Must pass UniFirstâs maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment. Valid non-commercial driverâs license and a safe driving record are required. Knowledgeable in maintenance equipment. A minimum of 6 monthsâ work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment is required. Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English is required. Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills are required. Prior welding experience including MIG, TIG, ARC, cutting, and brazing is preferred. Prior experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is preferred. Ability to work overtime as needed is required. UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. .