Maintenance Technician - Tim Hortons, Oakville, ON

About the Role

As a crucial Maintenance Technician for Tim Hortons, you will play a vital role in ensuring our restaurant locations in Burlington and Oakville, Ontario, operate smoothly. This field position involves travelling between multiple sites to support ongoing maintenance and repairs. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will be responsible for maintaining various restaurant equipment and building systems, ensuring our establishments run safely and efficiently with minimal disruption to our valued guests and dedicated team members. This role requires a commitment of approximately 20-30 hours per week, including weekdays, weekends, and evenings, to effectively manage all necessary tasks.

• Repairs and maintains a wide range of restaurant equipment, including walk-in freezers/coolers, ice machines, ovens, and other kitchen appliances.
• Performs general building maintenance tasks, such as painting, tiling, and non-structural repairs.
• Performs deep cleaning tasks, including power washing.
• Implements and follows preventative maintenance procedures to minimize downtime and ensure equipment longevity.
• Will eventually diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in restaurant equipment and systems.
• Responds promptly to emergency service calls for repairs.
• Develops a work schedule to minimize the impact on customer service and restaurant operations.
• Ensures a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and identifying potential hazards.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and replacements.
• Communicates effectively with restaurant staff and management regarding maintenance needs and issues.
• Manages and orders replacement parts and equipment as needed.
• Moves heavy equipment and supplies.
• Performs general landscaping and property maintenance.

Your Impact

Your contributions as a Maintenance Technician are essential to the daily success of Tim Hortons restaurants in the Oakville and Burlington areas. By performing timely repairs and proactive maintenance, you directly contribute to a seamless experience for thousands of guests and provide a reliable working environment for our teams. Your ability to effectively manage diverse maintenance tasks, from equipment repairs to general building upkeep, ensures operational efficiency and upholds the high standards our customers expect from Tim Hortons.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated individual with a strong background in maintenance and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you have a knack for diagnosing issues and managing your time effectively, you could be the ideal candidate to join our hospitality team. This role requires someone who is comfortable with physically demanding tasks and committed to upholding safety standards across all restaurant locations.

• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting (up to 50 lbs) and climbing.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
• 2 – 3 years of relevant experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Applicants must have and transport their own tools suitable for general maintenance work.
• Ability to self-regulate and work independently.