Facilities Technician

Company Description

Founded in 1995, Promation is a leading integrator and manufacturer of high-quality tooling, automation, and robotic systems in Oakville, Ontario. We deliver custom equipment and turnkey systems globally, from assembly to vision inspection systems, to provide the best automation solutions. Our dedicated team of PLC designers and engineering professionals ensure top-notch products and services, supported by the Nuclear, Automation, and Industrial divisions.

Role Description

The Facility Technician supports the facility operations, ensuring that the building, equipment, and work environment remain clean, safe, functional, and production-ready. This role combines hands-on technical support, and routine maintenance tasks to enable daily operational efficiency. The Facility Technician works closely with the Facilities Manager and production teams to complete inspections, address maintenance requests, perform light repairs, support housekeeping and 5S initiatives, and assist with shopfloor preparation. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, proactive, and dedicated to maintaining a safe and well-functioning facility.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance & Operations

• Conduct routine facility inspections and complete daily/weekly checklists (lighting, HVAC, compressed air, plumbing, safety stations).
• Respond to internal maintenance requests and ensure they are logged and completed in a timely manner.
• Support coordination of external facility services (HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, cleaning contractors, etc.).
• Perform light facility repairs such as bulb replacement, tightening fixtures, patch painting, minor adjustments, and preventive upkeep.
• Maintain inventory of consumables, PPE, cleaning materials, and maintenance supplies.
• Ensure emergency exits, walkways, and fire-safety equipment remain unobstructed and fully accessible.
• Assist with snow-clearing, indoor floor cleaning, and seasonal facility care.

Housekeeping & 5S / Lean Workplace

• Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of shop areas, work benches, storage rooms, and common spaces.
• Support 5S initiatives including sorting, labeling, standardizing, and visual workplace practices.
• Remove waste materials, scrap metal, and recycling from designated areas.
• Ensure tools, fixtures, and materials are tracked and returned to proper storage locations after use.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Follow all safety guidelines, shopfloor protocols, and PPE requirements.
• Identify and report facility hazards, equipment defects, or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, and continuous improvement safety activities.

Shopfloor Support

• Assist in assembling mechanical systems, sub-assemblies, and components using basic hand tools.
• Prepare, clean, and organize parts for production builds and shipments.
• Perform basic fastening, measuring, labeling, and visual inspection tasks.
• Follow work instructions, drawings, and safety requirements with supervision

General Support

• Provide hands-on assistance for production, facility changes, events, reorganizations, and equipment relocation.
• Perform additional tasks as required to support facility and shop floor operations.

Qualifications

• Technical or vocational training in mechanical, maintenance, facilities, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in a maintenance, facility support, building services, or shop-floor support role (manufacturing/industrial environment preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience performing light maintenance tasks (minor repairs, bulb changes, basic troubleshooting).
• 1- 3 Experience supporting 5S, housekeeping, or continuous improvement initiatives is an asset.

Skills

Technical & Hands-On Skills:

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring devices.
• Basic understanding of mechanical components and assembly procedures.
• Ability to perform minor facility repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Good understanding of workplace safety practices.

Organization & Operational Support:

• Strong attention to cleanliness, order, and workplace organization.
• Ability to follow checklists and standard operating procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Takes ownership of tasks and completes them thoroughly and accurately.

Communication & Teamwork:

• Able to communicate issues clearly and report hazards promptly.
• Works cooperatively with assembly teams, facility personnel, and management.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help across departments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Participation in our Retirement Saving Plan & Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exciting and unique projects to grow and develop your career!
• A flexible and supportive work environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.