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Position Summary

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the continuous operation, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of all facility equipment and structural systems. This role heavily focuses on industrial refrigeration within a fast-paced distribution environment. The ideal candidate holds a recognized trade ticket and is committed to continuous learning as technology and systems evolve.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Mechanical Maintenance

Refrigeration Systems: Monitor, maintain, and repair large-scale industrial ammonia or Freon refrigeration systems, ensuring strict adherence to environmental and safety regulations. Preventative Maintenance (PM): Execute scheduled PM programs to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of facility assets. Facility Upkeep: Address general facility maintenance needs, including minor electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and structural repairs.

Safety & Compliance

Maintain accurate logs of all refrigeration maintenance and system readings in compliance with provincial/federal regulations. Adhere to all GFS safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), fall protection, and confined space entry. Participate in workplace safety audits and contribute to a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Experience & Education

Trade Certification: Must possess a valid Red Seal endorsement or equivalent recognized journeyperson ticket in a relevant trade. Preferred Refrigeration Licensing: Operator license (or provincial equivalent). Prior Experience: Demonstrated professional experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or large-scale distribution environment is required.

Key Competencies

Commitment to Learning: A strong desire and ability to engage in continuous learning, adapt to new technologies, and participate in ongoing technical training. Problem-Solving: Excellent diagnostic skills with the ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. Teamwork & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with operations teams, shift supervisors, and external contractors. Physical Stamina: Ability to work in varying temperature zones (including freezers and coolers), lift up to 50 lbs, and work at heights or in confined spaces.

What GFS Offers

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for career advancement and fully supported continuous training. A safe, collaborative, and values-driven work environment. Retirement savings plans and employee discounts.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.