Senior Maintenance Technician

Job Description
A premier, nationally recognized leader in the Canadian food processing and dairy manufacturing industry with nearly 140 years of brand heritage is seeking a skilled Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) to join their BC maintenance team.

This vital role ensures high-volume processing and packaging lines operate safely, smoothly, and efficiently. The ideal candidate thrives in active production, bringing strong mechanical troubleshooting capabilities, preventive maintenance expertise, and a commitment to strict plant safety and quality standards.

Position: Senior Maintenance Technician

Location: Delta, British Columbia

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Pay Rate: $47.67 / hour

Schedule: Full-time hours; flexibility is required as days of work or start/end times vary with seasonal or departmental needs

Advantages
Highly competitive pay rate of $47.67 per hour

Comprehensive role working with advanced industrial electrical systems, automated devices, and plant controls

Long-term career stability with a highly reputable, iconic Canadian food manufacturer

Opportunities for career growth and skill broadening across multiple trade disciplines

Collaborative, safety-first shop culture with strong team-oriented leadership

Hands-on experience with modern, high-speed automated processing, packaging, and material systems

Responsibilities
Install, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and upgrade industrial electrical equipment and electronic control devices in a food processing plant.

Maintain, service, and repair communication data systems, emergency standby systems, and HVAC/climate control equipment.

Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring schematics, and regulatory code specifications for equipment layout and installations.

Execute preventative maintenance work orders, troubleshoot breakdowns, implement root-cause corrective actions, and document all maintenance logs.

Identify equipment reliability issues, recommend process improvements, and champion industry best practices.

Strictly uphold workplace health, safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards to ensure a safe operating facility.

Qualifications
Trade Certification (Required): Valid BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Certificate of Qualification as an Electrician. Dual certification or related trades (such as Millwright, Refrigeration, Heavy-Duty Mechanic, or Instrumentation & Controls) are highly valued.

Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience; hands-on experience in food manufacturing is required, with dairy processing experience considered an asset.

Automation & Controls: Strong electrical diagnostic skills, with proven experience troubleshooting VFDs and PLCs considered an asset.

Mechanical & Technical Aptitude: Solid mechanical understanding with proven preventative maintenance experience.

Systems & Software: Strong computer literacy with maintenance management software; familiarity with CMMS systems (such as HIPPO) is an asset.

Work Style & Communication: Self-motivated, autonomous problem solver capable of prioritizing tasks with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Professional written and verbal communication skills with a strong team approach.

Flexibility: Adaptable to fluctuating operational needs, including seasonal schedule or shift-time changes.

Summary
If you are a dedicated trades professional looking to take the next step in your career with a stable, industry-leading team, we would love to hear from you.
To explore this opportunity or submit your application, please send your resume directly to [email protected] with the subject line "Senior Maintenance Tech- Delta". We look forward to connecting with you!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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