Automation Maintenance Technician

Who We Are:
At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Every item you pick, scan, pack, and ship safely plays a role in getting the right products to our stores and into the hands of Canadians who rely on us.

We’re looking for team members who are motivated, reliable, and ready to contribute to meaningful work every day. If you’re looking for hands-on work in a supportive, safety-focused environment, this opportunity is for you. This posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger.

Job Title

Automation Maintenance Technician

About This Role:

Giant Tiger Wholesale is looking to hire a permanent, full-time Automation Maintenance Technician for our fully automated 660,000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown, ON!

The Automation Maintenance Technician will repair and calibrate our automated and robotic systems, including Automated Adapters, Vertical Lifts, and a fleet of automated robotic vehicles. The Automation Maintenance Technician will become the system expert of automation, including all mechanical, PLC, electrical or electronic subsystems. You will also be responsible for system upkeep and operations of automated adapters used to interface with the structure.

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What You'll Be Doing:

• Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and our customers’ processes and procedures are met daily.
• Perform inspections on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System of automated robotic vehicles and Automated Adapters/ Lifts.
• Support continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing, replacing or modifying system components.
• Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour.
• Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment.
• PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.
• Perform periodic system inspections within expected durations on all equipment and thoroughly document all actions and repairs to include parts used and labor. Ensure quality maintenance and complete documentation via the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Effective communication of production impacting problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance to required team members.
• Responsible for cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.
• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the Symbotic Matrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.
• Responsible for minor utility work such as machining holes, brackets; cutting steel; aligning sensors; attaching Unistrut; etc.).
• Responsible for troubleshooting, calibration, set up, and tool changes on Robotic arms.
• Responsible for continuous cleaning and adhering to 5S policies.
• Perform Cell Operator functions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.
• As part of your onboarding, you will be required to complete three days of paid machine training and successfully obtain in-house certification. Successful machine certification is a mandatory condition of employment as it is an occupational requirement.

What You'll Bring:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience/certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing, or equivalent field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with mechanical automation systems or educational/training equivalent.
• Be proficient in performing all Inspection functions.
• Strong electro-mechanical skills.

• Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely.
• Show reliability and maintain satisfactory attendance.
• Produce quality work.
• Ability to maintain required productivity/work expectations.
• Ability to Multi-task and perform multiple job functions at once.
• Ability to work independent of supervisor following procedures and manuals.
• A high sense of urgency.

Where You'll Work:

• You will be required to wear proper PPE when appropriate (hard hat, cut resistant gloves and sleeves, steel toe boots, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness)).
• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure. You may be required to routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure.
• You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.
• You will be routinely required to work at heights of up to 55 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches, where you may need to be able to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

When You’ll Work:

This role requires you to work rotating 12-hour shifts. A Sample shift schedule is as follows:

• Week 1 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 2 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Week 3 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 4 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
• ⁠Week 5 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 6 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Week 7 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 8 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY: A resume must be attached to your application in order to be considered for the role.

Giant Tiger is proud to offer a Total Rewards package designed to support your financial security, health, and career growth. This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as retirement savings support and comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members.

Hourly Rate

$23.63

What Giant Tiger Offers:
Competitive Compensation: The expected pay rate for this position is listed above, and Giant Tiger offers guaranteed increases based on cumulative hours worked. Please note that overnight shifts and working in our cold storage location qualify for hourly premiums, further increasing your earning potential.

Retirement Support: We automatically contribute 6% of your annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan account for you, fully funded by the company for all permanent, full-time employees.

Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits plan (available after 3 months of full-time work) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days.

Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.

Store Discount: Enjoy savings at Giant Tiger stores with 20% off children’s, men’s, and ladies’ apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, and housewares purchases, applied at the point of sale.

Extra Perks at GT Wholesale, Johnstown:
• Overnight Shift Premium $2.00/hour (if applicable),
• 24/7 on-site gym access,
• 24/7 on-site Micro Market,
• Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks,
• Annual allowance for CSA-approved safety footwear,
• Parental leave wage top-up,
• Company-paid machine training and certification,
• Great Culture & Work-Life Balance: Be part of an amazing team that values safety, connection, and fun, with company-sponsored events throughout the year and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Our static, non-rotating shifts make it easy to plan your life with consistency and peace of mind.

Location

1 Giant Tiger Blvd, Johnstown, Ontario, K0E 1T1

Job Requisition

JR134332

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [email protected].

Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.

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