At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Every item you pick, scan, pack, and ship safely plays a role in getting the right products to our stores and into the hands of Canadians who rely on us. If you’re looking for hands-on work in a supportive, safety-focused environment, this opportunity is for you.

Automation Maintenance Technician Giant Tiger

Wholesale is looking to hire an Automation Maintenance Technician for our fully automated 660,000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown, ON!

The Automation Maintenance

Technician will repair and calibrate our automated and robotic systems, including Automated Adapters, Vertical Lifts, and a fleet of automated robotic vehicles.

The Automation Maintenance

Technician will become the system expert of automation, including all mechanical, PLC, electrical or electronic subsystems. Perform inspections on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System of automated robotic vehicles and Automated Adapters/ Lifts. Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour.

Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment. Effective communication of problems impacting production and suggested actions,



including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance to required team members. Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the robotic storage and retrieval system including working in restrictive environments.

Minimum of 1 year of experience with mechanical automation systems or educational/training equivalent. Strong electro-mechanical skills. Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and change course based on immediate business needs.

Demonstrate troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams. You may be required to routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure. This role requires you to work rotating 12-hour shifts.

A Sample shift schedule is as follows: Week 1 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 2 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 3 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 4 – 6:30am to 7:00pm – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 5 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 6 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 7 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 8 – 6:30pm to 7:00am – Sunday, Wednesday,



Thursday This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as retirement savings support and comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members.

Hourly

Rate $Competitive Compensation : The expected pay rate for this position is listed above, and Giant Tiger offers guaranteed increases based on cumulative hours worked. Please note that overnight shifts and working in our cold storage location qualify for hourly premiums, further increasing your earning potential.

Retirement Support : We automatically contribute 6% of your annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan account for you, fully funded by the company for all permanent, full-time employees.

Health Benefits and Paid Time Off : Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental perks plan (available after 3 months of full-time work) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. Enjoy savings at Giant Tiger stores with 20% off children’s, men’s, and ladies’ apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, and housewares purchases, applied at the point of sale.

Overnight Shift

Premium $2.00/hour (if applicable) ~24/7 on-site gym access ~24/7 on-site Micro Market ~ Parental leave wage top-up ~ Company-paid machine training and certification ~ Our static, non-rotating shifts make it easy to plan your life with consistency and peace of mind.

Giant

Tiger does not sponsor work permits.

📌 Maintenance Automation Technician for 2nd Shift (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Giant Tiger
📍 Nova Scotia