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Facility Maintenance Technician- Construction and Maintenance
full-time
About this role
About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
Reports To: Facility Maintenance Manager
Job Summary:
The Facilities Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining the facility’s physical infrastructure to support safe and efficient food production. This role includes performing general repairs, basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall installation, spray foam insulation, and other maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, team-oriented, and committed to upholding GMP and food safety standards in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Complete general building maintenance and repairs, including carpentry tasks (doors, windows, cabinetry, drywall).
- Measure, cut, install, tape, mud, sand, and finish drywall panels, apply spray foam insulation with proper coverage and thickness.
- Install, repair, andmaintainpipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and plumbing fixtures.
- Use hand and power tools safely to perform maintenance tasks and equipment repairs.
- Conduct basic electrical maintenance (e.g., replacing lights, outlets, and fuses).
- Support the maintenance of production equipment under guidance from senior technicians.
- Identifyand report potential maintenance or safety issues to leadership and collaborate on solutions.
- Participate in on-call rotation (may include weekends) and work overtime as needed.
- Work cooperatively and communicate effectively within a structured team environment.
- Observe all safety rules, promoting a safe and clean working environment.
- Ensure strict compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
- Adhere to all company rules and policies related to health, food, occupational, and environmental safety.
- Follow the company’s Integrated Management Systems, including Production, Quality, Food Safety, and GMP.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Facility MaintenanceManager.
Profile:
- 1–3 years in a general maintenancerole.
- Experience indrywall installation and/or spray foam insulation.
- Plumbing experiencerequired(tools, gauges, fixtures, etc.).
- Experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment is an asset.
- Proficient with hand and power tools.
- Familiar with general building maintenance, small repairs, and unit renovations.
- Strong attention to safety, hygiene, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Able to safely perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, climbing, and prolonged physical activity.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communicationand problem-solving skills.
- Willingness toparticipatein on-call rotation and work overtime asrequired.
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
What you'll do
- The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the facility’s physical infrastructure, performing general repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety and food standards. This includes tasks such as plumbing, electrical maintenance, and carpentry.
About YA YA Foods Corp
Your Vision, Our Expertise: Scalable Solutions in Beverage & Liquid Food Manufacturing
At Ya YA Foods Corp, we partner with leading brands across North America to bring high-quality, scalable, and innovative beverage and liquid food solutions to life. With over 40 years of experience and operations in Toronto, ON and Ogden, UT, we are a trusted co-packer and manufacturer serving mid-sized and global multi-national companies.
Our 500,000+ sq. ft. production space includes 13 advanced lines covering Aseptic PET, Tetra Pak, and Hot Fill PET formats. From 200ml wellness drinks to 2L family-sized beverages, we offer full-service support to launch, scale, and manage your product portfolio.
- Product Capabilities: Juices, broths, smoothies, dairy-based drinks, sports drinks, plant-based beverages, and more
- Format Flexibility: Multiple sizes, multiple formats
- North American Reach: Manufacturing in both Canada and the U.S.
- One-Stop Partnership: Innovation, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution support
Looking for a reliable, experienced, and agile partner to scale your liquid food or beverage brand? Let’s connect.
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