HVAC Technician

Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.

Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are head quartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With manufacturing plants in North America and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.

Job Overview:

We are recruiting for an HVAC Technician position on our Day shift to join our Kitchener Production team.

This is a unionized position with a wage of $42.70 per hour.

Key Ingredients:

• Assemble, disassemble and modify mechanical equipment working from engineering drawings, field sketches, other related documents and verbal instruction needed to perform assigned duties
• Must participate and work within safety regulations and guidelines while maintaining a safe work environment for all plant employees
• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on all HVAC facility equipment safely
• Ensure production downtime is minimized and production output is maximized
• Respond promptly to breakdown calls and troubleshoot/repair the problems
• Perform breakdown analysis to create action plans to address root causes

Abilities:

• Creative problem solving, job task planning and organizing, continuous learning and improvement
• Requires standing, walking, reaching and bending for periods of time across all areas of the facility
• Physically fit, ability to lift up to 40lbs in a safe manner
• Ability to work at heights up to 40 feet using Scissor-lifts and ladders
• Excellent knowledge of equipment and process within scope of job
• Some repairs will be conducted in high or low temperature
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organization in maintenance shop
• Reliable attendance and punctuality; flexibility in work schedule to accommodate business requirements; including weekends

Recipe for Success:

• Minimum 2-5 years relevant working experience in a manufacturing environment
• Relevant working experience in a fast-paced team environment
• Must hold a valid 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic Ontario license
• Desirable to have 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), 442A Industrial Electrician, or Gas tickets.
• Demonstrate solid communication and interpersonal skills in a team-based work environment
• Experience reading and troubleshooting electrical diagrams and schematics drawings

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.
We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.