Maintenance Specialist

PRT • Pitt Meadows, BC

7d • CA$28 - CA$34 • Onsite

About The Position

PRT is currently recruiting for a full-time Maintenance Specialist at PRT Hybrid in Pitt Meadows, BC. The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for the repair and maintenance of our Nursery and all things related to the farm; greenhouses, equipment, site buildings, vehicles, and everything in between. It is expected for everyday to be a little different from the last, with varying tasks and challenges. The Maintenance Specialist will have a high level of safety awareness and be competent in assessing the safety requirements needed to complete projects while minimizing risk to the crops being produced. The Maintenance Specialist understands what tasks can be performed within their wheelhouse and works with management to outsource or bring in experts when required. Candidates may be interviewed and tested to assess their skill, ability, competence, and efficiency for this position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum of 3-years’ experience in a maintenance role including carpentry and basic welding
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• High level of sound judgment and reasoning skills
• Great organizational and record keeping skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Certificates or training in electrical, pneumatic, heavy equipment or welding and fabricating

Responsibilities

• Uphold a culture of safety by ensuring strict adherence to WorksafeBC regulations and maintaining a clean, hazard-free work environment for all equipment and facilities.
• Oversee site-wide preventative maintenance and inventory for all vehicles and nursery systems; perform emergency repairs and complex troubleshooting (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical).
• Lead capital improvement projects and outsourced contractor activities, providing data-driven insights to management for maintenance planning and budgeting.
• Drive operational excellence by setting production targets, fostering a collaborative team environment, and championing continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

• Matching RSP
• Extended health coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• House available at 50% of Market Rental
• Participation in the “Frost Protection” Program on weekends if required April/May.
• Availability in “Snow Events” ensuring all heating in greenhouses is operational.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED