Maintenance/Refrigeration Operator
Flanagan Foodservice
Whitby Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Operating
refrigeration system as per TSSA regulations and all other governing
bodies regulations and guidelines;
- Documenting
several readings (temperatures, pressures, ammonia compressor statistics)
multiple times, daily;
- Monitoring
and records flow rates, pressures and temperatures within specific cold
chain parameters;
- Following
GMP rules while performing repairs and Preventative Maintenance tasks;
- Maintain
clear communication with Chief Refrigeration Operator to report
abnormalities;
- Updating
maintenance records as work is completed and keep documentation in an
audit ready state
- Providing
scheduled and unscheduled repairs of equipment, machines, facilities and
grounds including but not limited to dock doors, dock plates, minor floor
repairs, HVAC, roll up doors, battery maintenance, fire alarm systems,
generators, fire pumps, refrigerant detection, security systems, and
housekeeping throughout the distribution center;
- Completing
spare parts inventory and update Chief Refrigeration Operator as required;
- Ordering
and maintaining proper inventory of materials, supplies and equipment;
- Working
with outside contractors to ensure that safety and security requirements
are adhered to at all times;
- Ensuring
temporary repairs are done in a manner that does not create potential food
safety hazards;
- Informing
Sanitation or Production when repairs are completed so that proper
sanitation of surfaces can be completed;
- Complete
and keep up to date on all Health & Safety, food safety and quality
assurance training pertinent to the role.
- Responsible
for reporting any and all concerns related to the Health & Safety,
safe handling and integrity of all items received, stored and distributed
by Flanagan Foodservice.
- Work
in a continuous improvement environment including personal growth;
- Other
duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High
school diploma/GED required, College diploma in maintenance preferred;
- Minimum
2 years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of buildings;
- Class
B Refrigeration Certificate from TSSA in good standing;
- Must
have working knowledge of HACCP and safe food handling and distribution
practices;
- Must
be comfortable reading Blueprints and Schematics;
- Experience
with Raymond End Rider, Reach truck, Counterbalance, Scissor Lift and
Order Picker is preferred;
- Comfortable
working at heights, in a multi-temperature environment, and able to safety
lift up to 40kg;
- Knowledge
of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations,
ordinances and legislation;
- Proficient
in use of mechanical hand tools and power tools;
- Computer
skills for entering inventory records, Excel, Word, and Outlook;
- Possesses
a positive working attitude, willingness to learn new skills and
appreciation of other points of view;
- Strong
attention to detail;
- Must
have a sense of urgency and respond quickly to problems using problem
solving skills;
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal in
English;
- Must
be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
and be comfortable making decisions as they arise;
- Proven ability to multi-task, problem solve and manage calmly in stressful situations
Job Overview
Posted Date: 23 Jan 2026
Location: Whitby Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
Flanagan Foodservice is a Canadian distributor supplying restaurants, hotels, and foodservice operators with food, equipment, and supplies. Built on a reputation of reliability and flexibility, Flanagan Foodservice provides exceptional service to over 7,000 customers in Ontario. With over 10,000 items for your restaurant and food service operation, we deliver products and solutions that make your life easier.
Name: Flanagan Foodservice
Web: https://www.flanagan.ca