Maintenance Technician (m/f/d)

Maintenance Technician, Hamilton, ON

Who You Are

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance of Infarm’s newest farming systems at our plant hub and act as a general “handyman” for hub-related technical problems on our farms or automated process machinery as well as our facility. You’ll follow clearly defined processes and quality standards to ensure smooth operations and that hardware and software is working correctly. Furthermore, you will supervise the chemicals and fertilizer supply for operations. 

As we are introducing new farming systems and technology to our new Infarm Growing Centers, we are on the look out for a Maintenance Technician who is energized by challenges and has practical maintenance experience preferably within a hydroponic, agricultural or food manufacturing context.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance, on all production operations systems and subsystems including cleaning of all equipment on a regular basis
• Perform corrective maintenance, guaranteeing technical functionality and solve any technical problems that may arise from different machinery and hub systems associated with mechanical & electrical equipment
• Perform upgrades/retrofits on all production operations systems and subsystems
• Monitor the dashboards and alerting system of the indoor farms and help identify, report on and solve basic software issues
• Liaise with machinery suppliers as required to rectify more serious issues and to arrange for planned maintenance and servicing. Act as the contact person for the supplier’s maintenance teams
• Ensure that all maintenance work done by Infarmers or external contractors is registered and properly documented
• Coordinate facility maintenance in and around the hubs as needs arise
• Maintain the supportive systems in the facility, such as washing machines, packing machines, seeding machines etc
• Plan, supervise and execute fertigation for the hydroponic system; mix fertilizers & pH regulators as needed to supply for the Hub’s plant production
• Assist and complete farm installations and activation according to defined procedures and quality standards
• Be part of on-call duty rotation to ensure 24/7 support of Infarm operations
• Provide departmental training and mentoring as needed to new Maintenance Technicians
• An experienced Maintenance Technician can act as Health & Safety Representative.

Requirements

• Proven mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial environment, preferably within a hydroponic, agricultural or food manufacturing context (2-5 years)
• Ability to read and understand mechanical/electrical blueprints, schematic drawings and service manuals
• Flexible with a proactive attitude and hands-on approach
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail along with a good eye caring for cleanliness around our farms
• Both confident and comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
• Able to identify and troubleshoot technical issues in a clear and concise manner
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record and ability to drive on behalf of the company in own, rented or company car
• Nice to have: Background in automation or knowledge in software controls

What We Offer

• The opportunity to help change the future of farming.
• The ability to drive impact and be a true partner to the business, working closely with top-level managers
• A friendly work environment with a diverse group of motivated, talented, and visionary colleagues
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits fully paid medical, dental and vision for eligible employees
• 20 days of accrued paid time off annually
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Fresh herbs to take home.
• Snacks and drinks onsite free of charge

Who We Are

Passionate to eat better, Infarm was founded in Berlin in 2013 by Osnat Michaeli and the brothers Erez and Guy Galonska. With the aim to share the goodness of own-grown produce with everyone, they developed a smart modular farming system, that allows distribution of farms throughout the urban environment, growing fresh produce in any available space and fulfilling any market demand. 

Today, with cutting edge R&D, patented technologies, and a leading multi-disciplinary team, Infarm is growing a global farming network helping cities become self-sufficient in their food production while significantly improving the safety, quality, and environmental footprint of our food. 

Be part of the Infarm (r)evolution and help people to take back ownership of their food. 

Infarm is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to grow an inclusive environment, where everyone can thrive, regardless of your background and circumstances. We nurture diversity because we appreciate the uniqueness and differences between people. Each employee’s distinctive experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints helps us build a resilient environment, where we can all learn, grow, and create great things together. All applicants are given equal opportunity regardless of age, gender identity or expression, language, disability, ethnic origin, national origin, religion, belief, culture, socio-economic status, or sexual orientation.