Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

**BarrierTek Inc. is hiring**

We work directly with builders, code officials and fire prevention officers to develop cost-effective fire-retardant treatments that exceed fire code requirements. BarrierTek has been at the forefront of developing fire protectants for wood structures since 2010.

We're looking for a certified Maintenance Technician with experience in manufacturing to join us in our fast-paced, team oriented work environment.

Location: Nisku/Edmonton - Operates across three locations, including facilities with a dip tank, paint mixing shop, I-joist/dimensional coating line, and panel coating line

The Maintenance Technician works under the direction of the Lead Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance, repair, and support tasks across three locations, including facilities with a dip tank, paint mixing shop, I-joist/dimensional coating line, and panel coating line. This role involves hands-on technical work on equipment and systems, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, various pumps, and mixers, while supporting critical spare parts management, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), contributing to process improvements, ensuring the operations crew conducts daily forklift and equipment inspections, collaborating with the engineering department, and ensuring tools are properly put away to maintain workplace organization. The Maintenance Technician ensures strong communication across three 8-hour shifts to maintain operational continuity and applies basic LEAN principles to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Maintenance and Repair:

- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, various pumps, mixers, and specialized systems in the dip tank, paint mixing shop, I-joist/dimensional coating line, and panel coating line, as directed by the Lead Maintenance Technician.
- Diagnose equipment issues and implement solutions to minimize downtime, ensuring operational reliability across all three locations.
- Report complex issues, especially those involving electrical systems, to the Lead Maintenance Technician for further analysis or escalation to specialized contractors, such as electricians.

**Forklift and Equipment Inspections**:

- Ensure the operations crew conducts daily forklift and equipment inspections across assigned shifts and locations, verifying compliance with safety standards and operational requirements.
- Review inspection records and report any issues or non-compliance to the Lead Maintenance Technician for prompt resolution.
- Support the operations crew by providing guidance on inspection protocols as outlined in SOPs to maintain equipment reliability and safety.

**Tool Management**:

- Ensure tools are properly put away after use, maintaining an organized and clean workspace across all three locations.
- Follow established tool storage protocols, aligning with basic LEAN principles (e.g., 5S) to enhance efficiency and prevent loss or damage.
- Report missing or damaged tools to the Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure adequate resources for maintenance tasks.

**Shift Communication and Coordination**:

- Maintain clear communication with team members across three 8-hour shifts, providing detailed updates on repairs, inspection status, tool status, and work order progress during shift handoffs.
- Collaborate with other technicians and the Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure seamless operations and continuity across all locations.
- Share observations and suggestions for process improvements during shift transitions.

**Support for Critical Spare Parts Management**:

- Assist in maintaining an organized inventory of critical spare parts for electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, pump, mixer, dip tank, paint mixing, I-joist/dimensional coating line, and panel coating line equipment, ensuring availability for repairs.
- Report low stock levels or part usage to the Lead Maintenance Technician to support efficient replenishment.
- Follow systems to track spare parts usage, aligning with basic LEAN principles to minimize waste.

**SOP Adherence and Support**:

- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all maintenance tasks, including tool management, electrical system maintenance, and supporting inspection processes, ensuring consistency and safety across electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, pump, mixer, dip tank, paint mixing, I-joist/dimensional coating line, and panel coating line systems.
- Provide feedback to the Lead Maintenance Technician to assist in updating SOPs with process improvements or best practices.
- Participate in training on new or revised SOPs to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
- Collaboration with Engineering Department:

- Work closely with the engineering department to support equipment upgrades, system installations, and process optimizations, providing hands-on assistance and maintenance