Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company that improves everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products worldwide. Headquartered in Toronto, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas.

Technician, General Maintenance – performs building maintenance tasks to support the upkeep of the site in a GMP compliant and cost‑effective manner under minimal supervision.

Job Responsibilities

- Perform various tasks related to building maintenance such as replacing light bulbs in non‑GMP areas, minor repairs to walls, doors & windows, locksmithing, domestic plumbing, painting and minor electrical repairs.
- Execute and oversee minor construction jobs in‑house following GMP and safety regulations.
- Complete daily rounds of the site, reporting any deficiencies to management.
- Assist in supervising specialized general maintenance subcontractors.
- Convert all general maintenance notifications to work orders in SAP, accurately complete documentation, and submit to supervisors daily.
- Prepare weekly reports on completed and open work orders and coordinate with business areas to schedule upcoming maintenance work with minimal disruption.
- Perform assigned preventive maintenance tasks as required and document accordingly.
- Maintain a minimal stock of maintenance supplies to meet task deadlines.
- Develop skills progressively for more complex maintenance tasks, demonstrating appropriate customer service responses.
- Communicate delays or deviations from work specifications to customers and relevant team members in a timely manner.




- Ensure contractors and tradesmen deliver quality work meeting Apotex standards and regulatory requirements.
- Work safely and collaboratively to achieve outcomes.
- Exhibit organizational values of collaboration, courage, perseverance, and passion.
- Adhere to compliance programs including Global Business Ethics, Global Quality policies, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

- Education
- High‑school diploma.
- Ontario Ministry of Labour licensing in an applicable discipline (e.g., carpentry, plumbing) or equivalent training and experience.

- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
- Experience in general building maintenance.
- Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office; familiarity with SAP preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints, sketches and specifications for repairs, maintenance or installations.

- Experience

- 3 to 5 years of facility maintenance, repair and construction work in the food and pharmaceutical industry preferred.

Compensation and Advantages

The hiring range is $55,138.14 – 77,193.40 CAD per year . Salary may be adjusted based on knowledge, skills and experience.

Apotex offers a comprehensive rewards package that includes base salary, bonus programs, a pension plan, and learning and development opportunities.

We provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation for an interview or testing, please inform us.

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📌 General Maintenance Technician (Richmond Hill)
🏢 APOTEX
📍 Richmond Hill