Join Our Award-Winning Team at Techo-Bloc! Are you looking for a position with limitless career growth potential? Have you dreamed of working for a company recognized seven times as one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Managed Companies? If your answer is yes, then look no further—Techo-Bloc is the next step in your career journey. Who We Are Techo-Bloc is a leader in producing exceptional paving stones and retaining walls.
Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities are operated by teams of talented professionals leveraging cutting‑edge technology to craft superior, functional, and visually stunning products. Job Description Are you someone who thrives on organization, problem‑solving, and keeping operations running at peak performance?

As aMaintenance Planner, you’ll play a critical role at the heart of our operations—driving efficiency, minimizing downtime, and ensuring our equipment and teams are always set up for success. This is more than a planning role—it’s an opportunity to own processes, lead coordination across teams, and make a visible impact every single day. What You’ll Be Doing Own the Plan, Drive the Execution Build and manage maintenance schedules across all shifts, ensuring seamless coordination of preventive and corrective work Create, prioritize, and track work orders through our ERP system Continuously optimize our maintenance program to improve reliability and reduce downtime Be the Connector Between Teams Act as the key link between maintenance, production, and planning to align operational priorities Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure work is completed efficiently and to standard Communicate updates, performance metrics, and priorities clearly across departments Lead Projects & Continuous Improvement Define project scopes, gather quotes, and support approval processes Manage service contracts, vendor performance, and associated costs Identify opportunities to improve processes, parts availability,



and overall maintenance efficiency Keep Operations Running Smoothly Anticipate needs through MRP planning and forecasting to ensure critical parts are always available Adjust schedules in real‑time to respond to breakdowns and urgent operational needs Support maintenance shutdown planning and provide hands‑on assistance during critical projects (including winter rebuilds)Be the Go‑To Technical Resource Research equipment manuals, specifications, and new part alternatives Estimate labor and material costs for maintenance activities Ensure teams have the tools, parts, and technical information needed to succeed What Makes This Role Exciting High Impact: Your work directly influences uptime, efficiency, and production success Variety: No two days are the same—balance planning, problem‑solving, and hands‑on support Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams and experienced trades professionals Ownership: Take the lead on processes, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives Additional Details Occasional flexibility is required to support emergencies or critical maintenance activities outside regular hours You may step in to support parts management, inventory validation, and receiving when needed Other related responsibilities may be assigned as part of a dynamic and evolving environment Qualifications Proven experience in maintenance planning within a manufacturing environment, including creating and managing work orders Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as D365 and Microsoft AX (highly preferred)Hands‑on experience with purchasing processes and vendor management,



including sourcing, negotiating, and coordinating services Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical components, with the ability to identify parts and support technical decisions Exceptional organizational, planning, and execution skills with a strong attention to detail Ability to safely operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, man lifts, and other material handling equipment Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels of the organization Proven ability to perform under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and work collaboratively toward shared goals Additional Information Why Join Techo-Bloc? At Techo-Bloc, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer opportunities to grow, thrive, and succeed in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team: Competitive Pay & Bonuses Starting wage: $38/hour End‑of‑year bonus: Rewarding your hard work. Work in a Modern Facility Clean, bright, high‑tech workspace designed for comfort and efficiency. Perks You’ll Love Group insurance plan: Available after 3 months. Company matching RRSP: Invest in your future with our help. Free virtual care: Access a virtual family doctor anytime. Referral bonuses: Bring great people to the team and earn extra cash. Uniforms & swag: Look and feel outstanding on the job. Employee discounts: Save on Techo-Bloc’s premium products. Supporting Your Well‑Being Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support available 24/7. We are proactively recruiting for an upcoming vacancy within our maintenance team, giving you the opportunity to step into a well‑established operation and make an immediate impact. We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected for the next steps will be contacted. Start your journey with Techo-Bloc today and shape your future with us!#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Maintenance Planner - $38 An Hour (Kitchener)
🏢 Techo-Bloc
📍 Kitchener