Maintenance Technician II - Taber - UniFirst

Job Overview

Uni First Canada is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Tech II to join our team. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will handle repairs, maintenance, installation and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, systems, and components. Standard Monday‑Friday work week. Immediate opening with on‑the‑job training.

Training
Quality skills training designed to enhance performance and assist career potential and advancement.

Career Growth You may quickly find yourself on the fast‑track to success in a rapidly growing company with avenues for personal development.

Culture Our family culture stands out.

Diversity A diverse workplace supports success.

Pay & Benefits On‑the‑job training and competitive hourly pay plus RRSP, profit sharing, health insurance, employee assistance program, life insurance, paid time off, direct payroll deposit, tuition reimbursement, 30% employee discount, employee referral bonuses.

• Troubleshoot sources of equipment problems through observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Assist other maintenance personnel with emergency and non-emergency repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and associated control systems.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Perform boiler chemical and wastewater pre‑treatment system testing, record results in logbooks/computer systems and make necessary chemical adjustments as required.
• Perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and make necessary repairs as required.
• Inspect motor, belts, fluid levels, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions in accordance with maintenance procedures.
• Perform basic welding activities to effect repairs on facilities and equipment.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Must be 18 years of age or older with valid non-commercial driver's license and safe driving record.
• Must pass Uni First’s maintenance knowledge assessment to be eligible for employment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in an industrial environment required. Applicable military experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5th Class Power Engineer.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics required.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.
• Basic computer and Microsoft office skills required.
• Experience using Hand & Power tools required.
• Lockout/Tagout experience required.
• Prior welding experience including MIG, TIG, ARC, cutting, and brazing preferred.
• Experience with formalized safety programs preferred.
• Prior experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System preferred.
• HVAC experience preferred.
• Boiler knowledge preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as needed is required.

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with a job. It is intended to be only a general description of principal requirements common to positions of this type.

Uni First is committed to equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all aspects of employment. We provide equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination or harassment on any ground protected under applicable Canadian human rights legislation, including race, colour, national or ethnic origin, Indigenous identity, creed or religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, disability, genetic characteristics, pardoned conviction, or any other protected ground.