Junior Technician / General Helper

4Sight Search Solutions is currently recruiting a Junior Coffee Machine Technician / General Helper for a successful and growing specialty coffee retailer/distributor in Calgary, AB. Our client is dedicated to investing in their team and offers comprehensive training and career development to help the right person grow into a skilled industry professional.

This is a fantastic entry-level or junior opportunity for someone with a foundational technical background and an eagerness to learn. In this role, you will be a "jack of all trades," helping out in multiple areas of operations—including product repackaging (repack), shop support, and junior technician tasks. If you are mechanically inclined and want a supportive environment to build your skills, we want to hear from you!

• Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Flexibility for Saturday shifts is required (approximately 2 Saturdays per month).
  

• Rate of Pay: $20.00 – $22.50 per hour (Starting rate based on baseline experience and aptitude).
  

• Benefits: Available after 3 months.
  

• Vacation: 2 weeks during the first year; 3 weeks after the first year.
  

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with the diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of home or commercial espresso machines, coffee brewers, and grinders.
  
• Learn to adjust and replace components of equipment according to manufacturer's specifications under professional supervision.
  
• Provide cross-functional support across multiple areas of the business, including product repackaging (repack) and general shop organization.
  
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe workshop environment.
  
• Assist with the accurate completion of work order documents within company standards.
  
• Respond to basic customer inquiries and resolve issues with a focus on customer satisfaction.
  

Requirements

• Some foundational electrical, troubleshooting, or related hands-on technical experience is required (e.g., hobbyist experience, technical schooling, or previous minor repair work)
  
• Prior coffee industry or espresso machine repair experience is a bonus, but not required—our client will fully train and develop you!
  
• Flexibility to work Saturdays (approximately 2 weeks/Saturdays a month).
  
• A strong work ethic, reliability, and an eager-to-learn attitude.
  
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (not repetitive or constant).
  
• Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
  
• Strong attention to detail and good time management skills.
  

Benefits

• Industry-specific training and professional development.
  

• Being part of a tight-knit group of coffee enthusiasts and hobbyists.
  

• Positive, fun, and progressive work environment with very little turnover.
  

• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.).
  

• Paid vacation.
  

Other companies may call this role: Apprentice Coffee Technician, Junior Technician, Shop Hand, Bench Technician Assistant.

We thank all who apply for this position. We commit to "communicate quickly, communicate often, and communicate well". All applicants will be contacted within 5 business days. No phone calls please. IND1