Maintenance Technician
On-siteCalgary, Alberta, Canada
Job Summary
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on flexible packaging manufacturing equipment, including tin tie applicators, valve applicators, pouch making machines, film slitters, and robotic systems. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation failures by reading schematics, troubleshooting PLCs, VFDs, and motion control applications. Complete maintenance work orders, document repairs in the management system, and execute root cause analysis to prevent recurring failures. Maintain a clean work environment, comply with Lockout/Tagout requirements, and report safety concerns or food safety non-conformities. Requires 2–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, a valid Canadian passport, and ability to work long or non-traditional hours.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Satisfactory driving record
- Valid Canadian Passport
- Ability to speak, read, write and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform job functions
- Ability to lift up-to 50lbs on occasion
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop/bend, lift, and frequent repetitive motion and use of hands to finger, grasp, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and normal vision acuity
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime hours as necessary
- 2-3 years of industrial maintenance experience
- Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment
- Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems
- Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices
- Ability to effectively use a variety of hand and power tools, measuring devices (rulers, calipers, etc.) and other shop tools as required to perform required duties
- Ability to work with little supervision and make responsible decisions
- Valid Canadian Passport
- Ability to speak, read, write and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform job functions
- Ability to lift up-to 50lbs on occasion
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop/bend, lift, and frequent repetitive motion and use of hands to finger, grasp, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and normal vision acuity
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime hours as necessary
- Ability to effectively use a variety of hand and power tools, measuring devices (rulers, calipers, etc.) and other shop tools as required to perform required duties
- Ability to work with little supervision and make responsible decisions
Desired Qualifications
- Technical degree, industrial maintenance training, or equivalent experience
- 2-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in flexible packaging, converting, or packaging manufacturing
- Experience with pouch-making equipment, slitters, valve applicators, or tin tie machinery
- Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting
- Experience with VFDs, servo systems, and motion control applications
- Computerized Maintenance management system experience
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