Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the leading supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America's top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers, shipping over 70,000 truckloads of product annually. Sun Gro products are made to exacting standards and conform to high product quality and performance criteria. Sun Gro Horticulture recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. The primary goal of Sun Gro is to promote individual employees' sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Sun Gro Horticulture. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at Sun Gro.

Job Summary

Reporting to plant maintenance leadership, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting facility uptime and ensuring maintenance reliability across all operational equipment. This includes maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; performing preventive maintenance; testing electrical components; and supporting overall equipment performance. The role requires accurate use of maintenance systems, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and effective communication with plant personnel to resolve equipment issues and process disruptions.

Job Responsibilities

Strictly adhere to all plant safety practices, codes, procedures, and programs Communicate with plant personnel to identify, diagnose, and repair equipment issues and process upsets Use and maintain the Maintenance Work Order System with accuracy Complete documentation for Work Orders, preventive maintenance tasks, part requisitions, scheduling, and other maintenance processes Identify needed parts and supplies and follow ordering procedures to obtain them Rebuild complex mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, valves) Complete assigned Work Orders and request assistance when necessary Perform complex rebuilds and modifications to plant systems and individual equipment Conduct welding, basic pipefitting, and hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs Participate in special projects as assigned Perform additional duties as required

Qualifications

Fluent in verbal and written English Ability to follow direction and specific instructions Good communication skills Ability to safely perform lifting up to 45 lbs on a routine basis Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods Must be able to climb industrial ladders and work at heights as needed Ability to safely work in confined spaces and awkward positions Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic Safety-focused with the ability to proactively identify hazards **This is a safety sensitive position**