Maintenance Supervisor – Greenhouse Operations (Bilingual English/Spanish Required)
Location: Abbotsford, BC
Company: Perpetual Vegetable Co.
About Us
Perpetual Vegetable Co. is a 100-acre high-tech greenhouse in Abbotsford, BC, specializing in premium vegetables for local and export markets. Our team combines innovation, sustainability, and teamwork to produce world-class crops year-round.
Position Overview We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead day-to-day maintenance operations across our greenhouse facilities. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in greenhouse systems, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance - with the ability to communicate clearly in both English and Spanish to support a diverse workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities across multiple greenhouse sites (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, irrigation, and automation systems).
- Manage a small team of technicians, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality standards are met.
- Perform diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance on production equipment, lighting, motors, fans, boilers, and packing machinery.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs and work orders in the digital system (i2i Proteus or similar).
- Collaborate closely with Growing, Packing, and Facility teams to minimize downtime and prioritize urgent repairs.
- Train and mentor maintenance crew - many of whom are Spanish-speaking - on procedures, safety, and equipment use.
- Support projects and upgrades such as LED lighting, automation systems, and facility expansions.
- Ensure all maintenance complies with food safety and occupational safety standards.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of maintenance experience in greenhouse, food processing, or industrial settings.
- Proven supervisory or lead-hand experience.
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish fluency required) – must be able to instruct and communicate with Spanish-speaking employees.
- Experience with PLC systems, boilers, pumps, or automation controls an asset.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites in Abbotsford.
Why Join Us
- Competitive wage based on experience
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Family-oriented work culture with strong team values
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in sustainable agriculture
