Maintenance/Engineering - Facilities Repair & Maintenance Technician II

About the role

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, and Champion® (licensed for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada). The company owns and operates vertically integrated, large‑scale manufacturing facilities in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia, and is committed to industry‑leading labour, environmental, and governance practices through its ESG program.

The Tech Maintenance I position (1st Shift) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing assets, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair assets using operation manuals, drawings, manufacturer specifications, and applicable building/electrical codes.
• Operate all machinery and equipment safely and efficiently, including clearing faults, jams, and crashes.
• Perform routine checks and scheduled audits to verify preventive maintenance (PM) and associated work orders are completed.
• Log data for reports on analysis, errors, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all conveyors (replace bearings, chains, sprockets, motors, reducers, wheels, photosensors, etc.).
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Automatic Storage and Retrieval cranes (replace bearings, chains, sprockets, motors, reducers, wheels, photosensors, etc.).
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the Automatic Sorter (replace bearings, trays, tilt elements, carriage, etc.).
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair general functions of the Fire Safety Monitoring System (system tests, pump and generator maintenance, replace riser valves, sprinkler heads, etc.).
• Complete all assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
• Acquire proficiency with Dematic EMS software and WonderWare to safely operate, maintain, and repair VSC equipment.
• Install, PM, and repair dock doors, locks, levelers, chocks, lights, and related equipment.
• Install, PM, and repair facility lighting, fixtures, and ballasts.
• Install, PM, and repair facility plumbing (sinks, toilets, faucets, ice machines, garbage disposals, etc.).
• Install, PM, and repair various plant equipment such as bailers, cardboard conveyors, heat‑seal machines, tape machines, staplers, and pallet jacks.
• Safely use and maintain department vehicles (pickup truck, dump truck, tractor, loader, scissor lifts, boom lifts, forklifts, etc.).
• Assist with the VSC Lift Truck and Battery program (maintenance of lift vehicles, towing, battery changes, and equipment upkeep).
• Assemble, repair, or relocate office furniture and equipment.
• Perform plant snow and ice removal, including PM and repair of snow‑removal equipment.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED required; college degree or certifications in maintenance‑related fields preferred.

Experience: Relevant maintenance experience preferred but not required; knowledge of basic hand tools required; 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Basic PC skills.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Work independently with minimal direction.
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Knowledge and experience in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical trades preferred.
• Team‑oriented attitude.

Benefits

• Employment with a publicly traded company dual‑listed on NYSE and TSX, offering strong growth potential.
• Workplace that celebrates meaningful connections and teamwork.
• Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, global group of colleagues.
• Mentorship and continuous development opportunities.
• Attractive benefits packages.