Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician
Canadian Treads, Ingersoll, ON

As a Maintenance Technician at Canadian Treads, you will be the hands-on force that keeps our production running. This is a tools-in-hand role: you will personally diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain our production equipment and facility systems, including steam, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and automated equipment. Your mechanical skill, attention to detail, and commitment to safety will contribute directly to our continued success in delivering top-notch retread tires to our customers.

This role is an hourly position, beginning at $30.00+ based on experience.

Key Responsibilities:
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on production equipment, and help build out the preventive maintenance program you will be carrying out day to day.
Conduct hands-on inspections of equipment and facility systems to identify wear, leaks, and potential failures before they cause downtime.
Inspect, maintain, and repair autoclaves (curing chambers) and their related systems, including door seals, locking mechanisms, gauges, valves, and controls, following manufacturer specifications and pressure-vessel safety procedures.
Maintain and repair steam system components, including supply lines, valves, traps, regulators, and condensate return, ensuring systems are safely isolated, depressurized, and cooled before work begins.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, cylinders, valves, hoses, fittings, and seals, and safely release stored energy before servicing.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment such as motors, drives, sensors, switches, control panels, and wiring, within the scope of your qualifications and using proper lockout/tagout and electrical safety practices.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and support automated production equipment, including robotics, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and industrial control systems; identify and resolve control-related issues and support programming adjustments that improve reliability.
Install, dismantle, align, and reassemble machinery components using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
Work in tight, confined, and awkward spaces, including inside, beneath, and behind equipment, following confined space entry and safe work procedures.
Respond quickly to breakdowns on the production floor and work alongside the production team to get equipment back up and running.
Track spare parts usage and help maintain the inventory of maintenance parts and supplies.
Record downtime, completed work, repairs, replacements, and upgrades accurately so trends and improvement opportunities can be identified.
Work alongside external contractors on specialized maintenance projects.
Report to the Plant Manager with updates on completed work, equipment condition, and parts needs.
Follow all safety protocols and regulations, including lockout/tagout, PPE, hot work, and confined space requirements, to maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications:

5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial machine maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
Demonstrated hands-on experience working with steam systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Working knowledge of industrial electrical equipment, motors, and controls, and the ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics.
Experience maintaining autoclaves, boilers, or other pressure vessels is considered a strong asset.
Previous experience with robotics, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and industrial controls is considered an asset.
An Ontario Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A), Industrial Electrician (442A), or in a related trade is considered an asset.
Lockout/tagout, confined space, and WHMIS training is considered an asset.
Comfortable working in tight spaces and around steam, heat, pressurized systems, and electrical equipment in an active production environment.
Working computer skills, including Microsoft Office and maintenance tracking or work order software.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, commitment to following procedures, and dedication to quality workmanship.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and production demands.
Safety-conscious mindset with a track record of promoting and maintaining a safe work environment.

Interested applicants can apply by submitting their resume via this ad. We appreciate all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is for an existing vacancy.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.