Utilities and Maintenance Technician in Milton

This position is a new role for our candy manufacturing location at 725 Steeles E in Milton. You will be part of a growing team, focused on safety, quality, teamwork and excellence in all that we do.

Hours/Shifts: 40 hours/week; Hiring for Monday-Friday, 6:30am-2:30pm. Flexible working on other shifts and support on call as required. Wage $45.70

Key responsibilities:

• Operation and maintenance of steam generators (or Steam boilers) and associated steam distribution systems, air compressors, chillers, chilled water systems, wastewater treatment systems, refrigeration systems, drying systems and plant HVAC.
• Daily/weekly water quality testing (TDS, hardness, chemical dosing).
• Operating, cleaning, repairing and adjusting wastewater pH and BOD blending system.
• Ensuring proper condensate return and steam trap functionality.
• Performing start-up and shutdown procedures safely.
• Managing blowdown procedures.
• Monitoring feedwater system, pumps, softeners, or RO systems.
• Knowledge of TSSA requirements and safe operation practices.
• Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout and pressure system safety.
• Ability to perform documentation and recordkeeping for steam system logs.
• Demonstrated solid communication and interpersonal skills in a team-based work environment.
• Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of Plant utilities.
• Knowledgeable and an advocate with regards to Safety practices and OHS.
• Ability to develop and implement operating procedures and maintenance plans.
• Ability to develop and drive an energy reduction program.
• Ability to develop and implement standard operating procedures and maintenance plans.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all utilities equipment as assigned in a safe manner.
• Closing, updating and recording all work orders in the plant CMMS system.
• Perform maintenance work on operations equipment as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Valid diploma from a college or technical school.
• Hands-on experience with steam generators, steam distribution systems, condensate return, compressed air systems, and HVAC equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; SAP experience would be an asset.
• Understanding and commitment to a CI (Continuous Improvement) Culture.
• Requires standing, walking, reaching and bending for periods of time across all areas of the facility.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs in a safe manner.
• Work at heights, on ladders and in hot and cold environments is required.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality; flexibility in work schedule to accommodate business requirements.
• Must have Utility experience such as Boilers, chillers, compressor, changing valves, steam traps.
• Minimum 5 years relevant working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.
• Refrigeration, gas, steam or Piper fitter license would be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with HACCP regulations would be an asset.
• 3rd level power engineer experience as an asset.
• Must have Millwright license 433A.