Maintenance Technician (Grading Line)

Village Farms International (Nasdaq: VFF) is a vertically integrated global leader in cannabis and plant-based consumer packaged goods, and sustainable innovation. As one of North America’s longest-standing produce operators built on decades of expertise, we’re a company where growers, innovators, and creators come together to shape the future of high performing plant-based brands, globally.

Pure Sunfarms is proudly part of Village Farms International. Joining Village Farms means joining a global team built on purpose, integrity, and ambition. Here, we grow people, ideas and possibilities.

The Opportunity

As a Maintenance Technician (Grading Line), you’ll perform diversified maintenance duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. You’ll work within safety, predictive, and productive maintenance systems to support site goals and operational performance—especially by reducing downtime across the grading line and packhouse.

What You'll Do

Packhouse & Grading Line Maintenance

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain packhouse and grading line equipment to minimize downtime
• Service and support equipment such as:
  • Fruit sorting line equipment
  • Vision systems
  • Corrugate erectors
  • Labelling systems
  • Conveyors
  • Top seal machines
  • Control systems

Greenhouse Systems & Equipment

• Repair and maintain greenhouse systems and supporting equipment as required
• Perform repairs and maintenance on motorized equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and scooters

Preventative Maintenance & Inspections

• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly equipment checklists
• Support predictive / preventative maintenance practices to reduce breakdowns and production interruptions
• Organize and maintain maintenance supplies, spare parts, and tools
• Help control costs while ensuring critical spares are available to reduce downtime

Food Safety & Safety Participation

• Participate in the Food Safety Program and Safety Committee activities
• Support compliance with food safety regulations and WCB requirements

Other Duties

• Support additional maintenance tasks as assigned based on operational needs
• Provide Saturday coverage as required
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company standards

Working Conditions

This role includes work in production and facility environments that may involve:

• Hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor work, dusty and noisy conditions
• Exposure to fumes/airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration
• PPE required (provided by the Company; training included)

Physical demands may include:

• Frequent walking and climbing stairs
• Occasional crouching/bending/stooping and pushing/pulling
• Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs

What You Bring

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset

Experience & Licenses / Certifications

• Minimum 1–2 years experience in a mechanical/electrical environment
• Power Engineer ticket and/or Trade ticket an asset

Skills & Abilities

• Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Sound judgment and decision-making
• Clear communication and ability to work effectively with a team
• Strong troubleshooting skills: identify problems, determine causes, and implement solutions
• Ability to adapt in changing conditions and shifting priorities

Life at Village Farms

We believe It Takes A Village ® and we mean it.

It shows up in how we support each other, how we innovate, and how we win as a team.

Our values guide every decision we make:

Viriliance | Innovation | Leadership | Loyalty | Altruism | Grit | Entrepreneurship

What you do here matters - to our people, our products, and the customers we serve.

We’ve got you covered with company-paid comprehensive benefits and education assistance to support your growth.

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you want to be part of something that has real impact - we’d love to meet you.