Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician - Guelph, ON

Employer: Würth Canada Limited

Position: Maintenance Technician

Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

Location: Guelph, Ontario

Employment Address: Hanlon Creek Boulevard, Guelph, ON N1C 0A1

Hours of Work: 40 hours/week

Language: English

Benefits: Eligible for short-term & long-term disability insurance, dental insurance, extended medical insurance, employer provided pension, and discretionary and performance-based bonuses and/or salary increases in accordance with company policy.

Salary: $80, CAD/year

Würth Canada is a high-performance organization built on humanistic values. We need a Maintenance Technician with prior experience repairing and maintaining warehouse/industrial equipment, ensuring safe and reliable operation of conveyors, shuttle systems, and other automation equipment.

• Install, troubleshoot, align, and perform scheduled maintenance on the Knapp shuttle system, conveyors, carton erectors, packaging machines, and other warehouse automation equipment during installation, set‑up, and repair.
• Conduct regular inspections and examinations on machinery and equipment to detect and identify irregularities, malfunctions and potential issues before they occur.
• Read blueprints and diagrams to determine work procedures.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform emergency repairs promptly to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with vendor hotline support to resolve complex technical issues.
• Adjust machinery and replace or repair defective components, including motors, sensors, belts, and other mechanical or electrical parts.
• Support scheduled facility maintenance and repairs by partnering with contractors as needed.
• Support facility upgrades and renovations.
• Perform general maintenance of building and grounds.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, work orders, and spare parts usage.
• Track and manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are always available.
• Ensure major equipment, including conveyors, are cleaned regularly to maintain peak efficiency and compliance within operational standards.
• Perform other routine maintenance work on machinery.
• Promote and comply with Health and Safety policies and procedures, including appropriate use of PPE, Lockout, WHMIS, etc.
• Work closely with Health and Safety personnel to ensure all repairs and maintenance comply with safety regulations.
• Conduct routine safety checks on equipment and report hazards immediately.
• Attend monthly JH&S Committee meetings.
• Oversee the maintenance of other equipment as needed, such as material handling equipment and warehouse automation systems.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance the performance and reliability of equipment.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in industrial maintenance.
• Monitor and control maintenance expenses, supplies and inventories.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

• Completion of secondary school or a vocational program is required.
• Minimum of 2 years in industrial maintenance, mechanical repair, or similar roles specializing in automation.
• Experience with automated systems such as the Knapp shuttle system, conveyors, and packaging machinery is required.
• Strong mechanical and automation troubleshooting skills are required. Electrical skills are an asset.
• Proficiency in using maintenance software to manage work orders and parts inventory.
• Basic programming knowledge (e.g., PLC troubleshooting) is an asset.
• Experience ensuring all maintenance activities comply fully with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), following safety protocols, conducting regular safety inspections, and promoting a safe work environment for all employees.
• Experience and understanding of hazardous goods movement and storage of materials and maintaining equipment safely within that environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and maintain detailed maintenance records.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (intermediate).
• Self‑starter who can perform in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Effective in managing priorities and working time.
• Ability to work effectively…