Maintenance Technician

**Start Your Career with one of Manitoba’s Top Employers**

We have deep roots in our community. 85 years deep. And through the years we have proven our commitment to our members by making their priorities our priorities. We donate regularly to a wide range of organizations, feature local products prominently, and most importantly - give back to our members through profit sharing. We look to the past to inform our present core values.

But in this rapidly changing world, our roots ground us so that we can keep pace and innovate. We have grown from one standalone Gas Bar in downtown Winnipeg to an ever-expanding co-operative with 49 gas bar locations, 23 car washes, six cardlocks, nine food stores, two standalone pharmacies and an oil supply centre. Our fleet of trucks are on the road delivering fuel to farm and commercial accounts in Manitoba and northwestern Ontario.

And we just keep growing as we develop fresh, modern ways to deliver premium products with extraordinary customer service.

This role can be just the start of your career as there is ample opportunity for advancement within Red River Co-op. We are a proud member of the Co-operative Retailing System, a vast network of 160 retail Co-ops across western Canada.

**The Opportunity**:
Red River Co-op is recruiting for the position of Maintenance Technician at our Head Office in Winnipeg, MB. This position requires frequent travel to our various co-op food stores and gas bars in Winnipeg and surrounding area. This position reports to the Director of Development. Essential responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician include but are not limited to the following:

- Work with Red River Co-operative operational divisions to setup and execute ongoing regular and recurring preventative maintenance activities schedule for daily, weekly, monthly and annual completion.
- Engage with Red River’s repair and maintenance ticketing system to assist in planning daily activities, complete assigned tasks, and document completed activity.
- Support regular maintenance activities at all Red River facilities that may include but are not limited to car wash maintenance activities, environmental checks, cleaning activities, device lubrication, tightening belts, servicing water softeners, maintaining small appliances, and general maintenance activities geared to ensure consistent operations.
- Maintenance of Red River properties according to seasonal requirements; cutting grass and hedges, maintaining signing, clearing snow/ice, emptying garbage, and additional support duties may be assigned.
- Other cleaning and maintenance as required.
- Ensure company policies and procedures are followed as well as Workplace Health and Safety standards.
- Maintain accurate, up to date and complete maintenance records.
- Ensure safety is considered in all working environments and conditions.
- Stay up to date with online safe work training, executed in acceptable and timely manners.
- Other tasks as assigned.

**About You**:
You have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in trades or relevant work experience. You are highly motivated and able to work with little to no supervision. You are disciplined, able to manage projects, organize tools and recognize tasks that need to be completed. You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, are able to solve problems, and are a self-starter who is able to work independently with little supervision.

High school diploma or GED required. Must have valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. You have your own vehicle to transport yourself to the various job sites. Red River Co-op reimburses you for mileage. You are mechanically inclined. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Construction certification or designation considered as asset. Experience with minor household renovations and construction repairs considered an asset.

**Working hours will primarily be Monday through Friday, however you may be required to assist occasionally on weekends and evenings (as required).**

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