What you'll do:
The Fork Lift Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing warehouse mobile equipment to support safe, reliable, and continuous Distribution Centre operations. This role supports a diverse fleet of manual, automated, and driverless material‑handling equipment, including powered lift trucks and access equipment, while ensuring equipment availability, safety, and compliance with site procedures.
This is for our Bolton Distribution Centre's night shift (7:00pm-7:00am from Sunday-Tuesday, with every third Saturday. Eligible for a $4.00 shift premium)
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on warehouse mobile equipment, including counterbalance, reach, turret, and tugger trucks; scissor lifts and boom lifts; and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and powertrain systems associated with mobile equipment
Diagnose equipment faults using schematics, service manuals, diagnostic tools, and manufacturer documentation
Inspect equipment to identify defects, unsafe conditions, or abnormal wear and complete repairs to restore safe operation
Electric motors and motor control systems
Internal combustion engines used in industrial mobile equipment, where applicable
Battery systems, charging equipment, and charging distribution infrastructure
Hydraulic, steering, braking, and drivetrain systems
Perform repairs efficiently with minimal supervision, taking ownership to see work through to completion
Verify sensor configuration and perform approved upload or download of programs using OEM‑provided interfaces for sensors on lifting and mobile equipment, escalating issues to OEMs, integrators, or internal specialists as required
Support automated and semi‑autonomous equipment within licensed trade scope, including mechanical, electrical, and peripheral components
Work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams during diagnostics, repairs, or system updates
Work in a safe and effective manner in accordance with corporate, site, and legislative safety policies and procedures
Respond to mobile equipment breakdowns in a timely manner to support safe equipment availability
Accurately document all work performed in the CMMS (MAXIMO), including labour, parts used, and failure details
Provide clear shift handover communication to ensure continuity of maintenance activities
Demonstrate flexibility when tasks are reassigned or priorities change to support operations
What you bring:
Ontario Certificate of Qualification: Powered Lift Truck Technician (282E) or Automotive Service Technician (310S) with relevant industrial experience
Demonstrated experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial mobile equipment
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics
Strong commitment to safe work practices and compliance
Ability to work at heights up to approximately 45 feet using approved access equipment
Ability to stand for extended periods, with occasional bending, crouching, kneeling, and lifting
Frequent moderate to heavy lifting
Ability to work our night shift -> 7pm-7am from Sunday-Tuesday, with every third Saturday 7pm-7am
Considered Assets:
Experience working with automated or semi‑automated material‑handling equipment
Background or experience in electrical systems or industrial electronics
Experience working in a high‑volume warehouse or distribution environment
Familiarity with CMMS systems (MAXIMO preferred)
We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:
Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
Performance incentives, Continuing Education Programs
Other perks to support your well-being
Career growth opportunities and product discounts
Successful external candidates are eligible for a 1-time signing bonus after meeting Canadian Tire conditions
Our typical hiring range is between $36 and $46.50 with a $4.00 shift premium. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors…