Junior Mechanical & Maintenance Technologist

Junior Mechanical & Maintenance Technologist Whistler Food and Beverage Inc. Location: Burnaby, BC Position: Full-Time, Permanent Experience: New graduates to approximately 5 years of relevant experience About Whistler Food and Beverage Whistler Food and Beverage Inc. is a Burnaby-based manufacturer of premium bottled water products. Our facility operates high-speed production and packaging equipment, including Krones and other automated systems. We are looking for a Junior Mechanical & Maintenance Technologist to join our technical and manufacturing team. This position is well suited to a recent graduate or early-career professional who wants to build strong practical experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting and equipment improvement. The Role This is a hands-on, mechanical-focused position working directly with our production and maintenance operations. The role is approximately: 70% Mechanical / Maintenance 30% Electrical / Controls / Automation The successful candidate will progressively develop from hands-on equipment operation and equipment knowledge into mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, equipment reliability and improvement. Hands-On Equipment Development An important part of this position is learning the equipment from the ground up. During the initial training period, the successful candidate will spend meaningful time operating and working directly with production equipment alongside our production and maintenance teams. This is intentional and is not intended to be a long-term production operator role. We believe that someone responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving industrial equipment should first understand how the equipment actually operates under real production conditions. During this initial development period, you will gain practical experience with: Operating production and packaging equipment Understanding normal equipment operation and production cycles Equipment start-up and shutdown Changeovers and machine adjustments Observing equipment behaviour under different production conditions Recognizing abnormal sounds, vibration, temperature, pressure and machine behaviour Understanding how production conditions affect equipment performance Observing and assisting with troubleshooting when equipment problems occur Our intended development path is: Equipment Operation → Equipment Understanding → Troubleshooting → Preventive Maintenance → Mechanical Repair → Equipment Improvement As your equipment knowledge and experience grow, your responsibilities will progressively shift toward maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, equipment reliability and improvement. Key Responsibilities Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and packaging equipment Troubleshoot mechanical problems involving conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings and other industrial equipment Work with pneumatic systems, valves and related components Assist with equipment installation, adjustment, alignment and commissioning Diagnose equipment failures and assist with identifying root causes Support production staff with equipment-related issues Perform mechanical repairs and component replacement Assist with equipment improvement and reliability projects Perform basic electrical troubleshooting Troubleshoot basic sensors, motors, VFDs and control components Develop familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems Work with electricians and other qualified personnel on electrical and controls-related issues Maintain maintenance records and assist with preventive maintenance planning Follow workplace safety, lockout/tagout and food manufacturing requirements What We Are Looking For We are particularly interested in candidates with: Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Manufacturing, Mechanical Systems, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field New graduates or candidates with approximately 0–5 years of relevant experience Strong mechanical aptitude Genuine interest in industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment Hands-on approach to problem solving Ability and willingness to work directly with machinery on the production floor Strong willingness to learn and develop practical technical skills Good communication and teamwork skills Strong safety awareness Preferred / Assets BCIT Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Systems, Mechanical Manufacturing or Mechatronics background Industrial, manufacturing or maintenance experience Experience with mechanical troubleshooting Experience with pumps, conveyors, motors, gearboxes or pneumatic systems Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge Familiarity with sensors, VFDs, PLCs or automation Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment documentation Millwright apprenticeship or related trades experience Who Will Succeed in This Role? We are looking for someone who: Enjoys working with machines Wants to understand how equipment actually works Is curious about why equipment fails Enjoys solving practical problems Is comfortable getting hands-on with machinery Understands that strong troubleshooting skills come from understanding equipment operation Is willing to learn both mechanical and basic electrical/controls systems Prefers a hands-on manufacturing environment over a primarily office-based engineering role Wants to develop into a highly capable maintenance and equipment professional Career Development This position provides a strong practical foundation for a long-term career in industrial manufacturing. As you develop your technical knowledge and hands-on experience, there will be opportunities to take on increasing responsibility in areas such as: Industrial Maintenance Equipment Reliability Manufacturing Engineering Automation and Controls Equipment Improvement Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Supervision Schedule Monday to Friday. Working hours may vary depending on production schedules and operational requirements, generally within 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Compensation & Benefits Compensation: Competitive compensation based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Benefits include: Extended health and dental Vacation Paid sick days Company parking Performance bonus Complimentary Whistler Water products How to Apply If you are mechanically curious, enjoy working with equipment and want to build practical experience in industrial maintenance and manufacturing, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume through LinkedIn. Whistler Food and Beverage Inc. Burnaby, BC [email protected] whistlerwater.com

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on high-speed production and packaging equipment. Progress from hands-on equipment operation to mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and reliability improvements.

Requires a diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field. Candidates should have 0-5 years of experience and a strong mechanical aptitude for industrial machinery.

• Extended Health • Dental • Vacation • Paid Sick Days • Company Parking • Performance Bonus • Complimentary Whistler Water Products

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• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Preventive Maintenance
• Pneumatic Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• PLC
• VFDs
• Equipment Installation
• Root Cause Analysis
• Equipment Reliability
• Mechanical Drawing Reading
• Lockout/Tagout
• Industrial Maintenance

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Trades
• Food & Beverage

Formation minimale

Diplôme collégial

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

23 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level

Mode de candidature

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