Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)

Maintenance Technician

At Ocado Group

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Who We Are?

Ocado is a UK based company admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange (Ticker OCDO). It comprises one of the world's largest dedicated online grocery retailers, operating its own grocery and general merchandise retail businesses under Ocado.com and other specialist shop banners, together with its Ocado Solutions division.

The Ocado Solutions division is responsible for providing Ocado's innovative advanced robotics technology, known as the Ocado Smart Platform ("OSP"), to our major retailer clients around the world. OSP comprises access to Ocado's physical infrastructure solutions, running highly efficient warehouse operations for the single pick of products, together with the entire end-to-end proprietary software applications and advanced robotics required to operate a world-class online grocery business.

Our unique, proprietary and industry-leading technology is set to transform the shopping experience of consumers around the world. We have partnered with Kroger to help it redefine the grocery customer experience in the United States through the adoption of the centralized, automated model of online retailing provided by the Ocado Smart Platform.

Join us as we build our North American team, bringing world-class innovation and technology to one of the most exciting markets for e-commerce in the world.

What You Will Do

The Maintenance Technician will report directly to the Engineering Team Lead assigned to their shift. As a Maintenance Technician, you will provide first response to technical failures, perform reactive and scheduled maintenance activities, and participate in continuous improvement projects within our automated and cutting-edge Order Fulfillment Center (OFC).

Daily responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician include:

• Perform scheduled electrical and mechanical maintenance on the entire site in a precise, timely, and safe manner, ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures;
• Update accurate records such as work activities, tasks performed, parts used from the store, etc.;
• Perform assembly and sub-assembly repairs following written work instructions, drawings, and schematics;
• Respond to material handling equipment failures (mechanical and electrical), troubleshoot to identify the defect, analyze the problem, and complete the repair in a timely manner to minimize operational downtime;
• Perform daily housekeeping and equipment cleaning tasks;
• Work closely with other Maintenance Technicians to find ways to increase the reliability of existing and new machines, diagnose equipment failures, and perform repairs, ensuring that workforce management and planned engineering activities fully support the operation;
• Complete quality inspections to ensure work is performed according to safety standards;
• Follow all Health and Safety directives;
• Monitor the status of robots and the physical grid.

The Maintenance Technician may be called upon to perform tasks required by management and deemed a reasonable request. This job description is a summary of typical role functions and not an exhaustive or complete list of responsibilities, tasks, and duties, and is subject to revision. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the incumbent may differ from those described in the job description, and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the work.

In the event of hiring for a site in the Pre-Launch / Startup phase, the first 6 to 9 months will involve training and will likely require travel to obtain this training at another site in North America. In the event that the operation is in the initial startup phase, the daily responsibilities of this role may be different while supporting the needs of a facility in its initial commissioning stages. Once the facility is commissioned, the roles defined in this job description will become the daily responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician.

Who You Are?

To qualify for this position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Some technical ability and understanding of automation hardware and software would be preferable;
• College diploma, trade school, or advanced training in maintenance;
• Strong analytical skills with a concern for detail; good problem-solving and practical approach;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to effectively convey knowledge to others;
• Good organizational skills, able to manage priorities;
• Knowledge of control systems would be an asset;
• Must be comfortable working at heights;
• Experience in performing electrical or mechanical maintenance, including predictive and preventive maintenance;
• Experience in diagnosing and documenting equipment failures, troubleshooting, and managing repairs;
• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) preferred;
• Comfortable with numbers and computers, including Word, Excel, etc.;
• Flexible to work on a shift schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Activities

• Climbing or descending ladders and stairs;
• Moving between work sites to accomplish tasks in confined and restricted spaces;
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for a prolonged period;
• Adjusting or moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds in all directions. Work involving moving objects weighing up to 100 pounds or more;
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Location You will be based at the McKesson facility in Montreal, Quebec.

Learn More About Our Partnership with Sobeys

• Ocado seals new international partnership with Sobeys in Canada
• An overview of the future of grocery automation in Canada
• Watch this video on our advanced robotics technology

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship or relocation assistance at this time.

Ocado is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classification required by applicable law.