Posted 2 months ago
Maintenance Technician
@ Piston Automotive
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Piston Automotive is hiring a Maintenance Technician for full-time work providing general building and equipment maintenance and repairs for Production, covering preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance. The role requires the Certified Industrial Millwright (433A) credential and 3-5 years of equivalent experience. The hourly rate is $42.00-$48.00 CAD and benefits include paid holidays and vacation, medical and Rx, and dental and vision plans.
Pay:
$42–$48 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance of production equipment
- Troubleshoot hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors and powered systems
- Troubleshoot electrical controls up to 575V and robots and PLCs
- Fabricate and install piping, welded assemblies and building repairs
Requirements summary:
- Certified Industrial Millwright (433A)
- 3-5 years of equivalent experience
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Some electrical experience
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · icims
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Industrial Millwright (433A) |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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Piston Automotive
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We come from nearly two decades of experience, excellence, and uncompromised dedication to building value, relationships and a track record of proven success. And it all begins with our founder Vinnie Johnson. Since 1995, Piston Automotive has evolved from a small-corrugated pallet manufacturer into one of America’s leading Value Added Assembly companies. Today we tackle some of the automotive industry’s most complex, challenging projects, including advanced electric and hybrid vehicle battery systems. And while we are proud of our history, we have never lived in the past. Our eye is constantly on the future. That is why we’re still growing, still building, and still working hard every day to be better than the day before.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,605
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 531
- Reported office locations
- 12723 Telegraph Rd, Redford, Michigan 48239, US
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- Business categories
- Automotive
- Supply Chain Management
- Product Design
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Piston Automotive
- Specialties
- INTERIOR & CLIMATE CONTROL
- POWERTRAIN/COOLING MODULE
- ELECTRICAL & BATTERY
- CHASSIS
- EXTERIOR
- and ENVIRONMENT DESIGN
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- 0
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We come from nearly two decades of experience, excellence, and uncompromised dedication to building value, relationships and a track record of proven success. And it all begins with our founder Vinnie Johnson. Since 1995, Piston Automotive has evolved from a small-corrugated pallet manufacturer into one of America’s leading Value Added Assembly companies. Today we tackle some of the automotive industry’s most…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Redford, Michigan |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1996 |
| Specialties | INTERIOR & CLIMATE CONTROLPOWERTRAIN/COOLING MODULEELECTRICAL & BATTERYCHASSISEXTERIORand ENVIRONMENT DESIGN |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Overview
The position will provide a wide variety of general building and equipment maintenance repairs and services for Production. This includes all preventative, predictive and reactive maintenance requirements.
Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.
Why Piston Automotive?
Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans.
Responsibilities
· Perform mechanical Preventive Maintenance on Equipment (Lubrication, Hydraulics, electrical and controls)
· Troubleshoot and repair Hydraulic Issues as needed
· Troubleshoot and repair powered conveyance systems
· Troubleshoot pneumatic systems and valving
· Set up Electric Torque runners and Vision Cameras - troubleshoot as needed
· Fabrication and installation of hard piped airlines
· Fabrication and installation of welded assemblies through the plant
· Maintain and troubleshoot lifting devices as needed (pneumatic)
· Trouble shoot electrical controls and circuits up to 575V - 30 A
· Trouble shoot robot issues, programs, and end effectors as needed.
· Assist in PLC troubleshooting - simple program changes and monitoring
· Modify and move electrical circuits up to 120V-15A
· Assist in larger electrical projects as needed
· Make repairs to building as needed (ie: man doors, drywall, painting)
· Perform minor plumbing tasks as needed (fixture repairs, valve replacements)
· Other small repairs as needed
· Use LOTO processes and procedures when repairing equipment.
· Follow standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards and report then to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
Qualifications
- Certified Industrial Millwright (433A) and 3-5 years of equivalent experience.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Focus on some electrical experience.
- Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Experience with standard office computing systems including Word, Office, Excel, and internet browsers
Hourly Rate - $42.00-$48.00 CAD
Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.
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