Service Technician - Sanitation (Dartmouth)

Chandler is one of Atlantic Canada's largest and most divers chemical supply companies, and we are looking for a Sanitation Service Technician to join our Dartmouth, NS team.

Are you mechanically inclined, enjoy troubleshooting, and like the variety of working in different customer environments? If you take pride in solving problems, building relationships and delivering great service, this could be the opportunity for you!

In this hands-on role, you will work directly with our customers to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair chemical dispensing and janitorial equipment. You will support customers across a variety of industries, including hospitality, healthcare, industrial, institutional, restaurant, and food production environments.

The successful candidate will be responsible to provide maintenance and repair services to chemical and other types of dispensing and janitorial equipment located in our customers’ facilities. Our market includes the Hospitality, Industrial and Institutional sectors, including restaurants, hotels, nursing homes, hospitals, and food production facilities.

The ideal candidate will be provided a full training program to orient them with our specific equipment. To the right person, we provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits plan.
• Group RRSP plan, EFAP, and Wellness programs
• Company vehicle, fuel card, and cellphone
• Safe and respectful work environment

• Manage all on site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Perform monthly preventative maintenance checks and record appropriately.
• Produce timely and detailed service reports.
• Operate vehicle in a safe manner.
• Follow all company’s procedures and protocols.
• Comprehend customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations.
• Build positive relationship with customers.
• Other duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• A background in general repair, minor plumbing and electrical repair would be extremely beneficial.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair and service industry equipment as outlined in the role.
• Mechanically inclined for basic pumps and dilution systems
• Ability to work flexible hours and adapt to changing work schedules including some overnight travel.
• Attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Physically fit, ability to meet physical demands including reaching, bending, walking, standing, and performing repetitive work, must have the ability to lift over 50 pounds.

Chandler is one of Atlantic Canada’s leading business-to-business suppliers since opening in 1959. Across our seven locations we are focused on high value products, services, and solutions that assist our customers in achieving their business goals. With seven divisions our complete offering is second to none. Whether you need a full security or life safety system, safety equipment, industrial supplies, office furniture, restaurant equipment, sanitation supplies, or countless other business solutions, we have got you covered. Our team works hard every day to get you the products and services you need when you need them.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.