Role overview

Robotics Maintenance Technician

Client: Confidential (Leading Healthcare Company)

Our client is implementing automated warehouse fulfillment technology at a Canadian pharmaceutical distribution site. This role utilizes AI-powered robotics to enhance pharmaceutical logistics, applying cutting-edge robotics and automation platforms to the healthcare supply space.

Position Details

Location: Montreal facility located in Montréal-Est, QC H1B OC8.
Contract Type: Must be T4. The anticipated contract duration is through Dec 31st with an expected extension.
Hours: Average of 42 hours per week.
Shift Options: 12-hour shifts. The day shift runs 7a-7p. The night shift runs 7p-7a.
Shift Pattern: 3 days on, 3 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off.
Language Requirements: Fluent English and intermediate conversational French are required. An exception can be made for candidates with perfect robotics experience who only speak English.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Provide first response to engineering fault conditions, handling both reactive and planned maintenance activities.
Carry out electrical and mechanical planned maintenance across the site in an accurate, timely, and safe manner while ensuring maintenance procedures are followed.
React to material handling equipment (MHE) breakdowns (both mechanical and electrical), performing trouble-shooting to identify the fault, analyze the issue, and complete the fix to keep downtime to a minimum.
Perform assembly and subassembly repairs by following written work instructions, blueprints, and schematics.
Monitor the real-time status of both the robots and the physical grid.
Update accurate records such as work activities, tasks carried out, and parts used through stores.
Work closely with other Maintenance Technicians to find ways to increase machine reliability on existing and new equipment.
Perform daily housekeeping and cleaning duties of equipment.
Complete quality inspections to ensure work is completed to a safe standard.
Follow all Health and Safety guidance.

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of relevant career experience carrying out electrical or mechanical maintenance, with 2+ years being ideal.
Experience diagnosing and documenting equipment breakdowns, resolving issues, and handling repairs.
College degree, trade school, or advanced training in Maintenance.
Some technical ability and understanding relating to automation hardware and software would be preferred.
Sound analytical skills with an eye for detail; good problem-solving ability and a practical approach.
Numerate and PC literate including Word, Excel, etc..
Must be comfortable working at heights.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to impart knowledge effectively to others.
Good organization skills and the ability to prioritize.
Flexible to working a shift-based pattern including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Anyone with authorization to work in Canada is eligible; candidates do not need to be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents.
Candidates will need to clear a basic background check. No drug test is required.

Work Environment and Training

Environment: Since this is in a healthcare setting, the facility is temperature-controlled and very clean. It is much cleaner than most manufacturing or warehousing environments.
Training: New contractors will go through a formal on-the-job, fully paid training program including a mix of hands-on training, classroom training, and computer-based training.
Dress Code: Steel toe shoes are 100% required. Most Maintenance Technicians wear jeans and t-shirts or sweatshirts.