Careers at Makita:Build Your Future With Us.

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Makita is an international brand producing a wide range of professional power tools within an ever-expanding market. We have been in Canada since 1973 employing hundreds of people that understand, demonstrate and respect our company values.

  • Our employees are our business, we understand and appreciate what our employees do, they are the reason behind Makita’s success. We embrace every opportunity to bring passionate, like-minded individuals into our team—those who share the same enthusiasm for Makita as we have.
  • We offer a wide variety of positions from coast to coast. Our head office is in Whitby, Ontario. We supply and service our customers from distribution centres in Ontario and British Columbia as well as Factory Service Centres strategically located across Canada. If you are interested in being considered for employment with Makita Canada Inc. please email your resume and Cover Letter (Word or PDF) to the email listed in the job posting.
  • Makita Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. We value diversity in our workplace and are committed to attracting and retaining people who will work together effectively. We are committed to providing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Accommodations will be provided to individuals upon request, requests can be made to Human Resources ([email protected]).

Join Our Team: Our Recruitment Process

We want you to succeed. Here’s a transparent look at what you can expect during our hiring process, including the typical steps and timelines.

  • Application Review
    Our team carefully reviews each application against the requirements of the position. Every candidate is considered individually based on their experience, skills, and qualifications.
  • Initial Screening | 5–10 minutes
    A brief phone conversation to learn more about your background, experience, and expectations, while giving you an opportunity to ask any initial questions about the role.
  • Hiring Manager Interview | 30 minutes
    A conversation with the hiring manager focused on your experience, technical skills, qualifications, and alignment with the position and team.
  • Panel Interview / Skills Assessment
    A more in-depth opportunity to demonstrate your core skills, problem-solving abilities, and alignment with our team and culture. Depending on the position, this stage may include a practical, real-world task designed to give you an opportunity to showcase your skills and approach to problem-solving.
  • Reference & Background Checks
    For candidates proceeding to the final stage, we connect with professional references to learn more about your previous experience, accomplishments, and working style. Background checks may also be completed where applicable.
  • Offer of Employment
    The exciting part! We extend a formal offer, finalize the details, and officially welcome you to the team.

Our goal throughout the process is to keep you informed, provide a positive candidate experience, and ensure the right fit for both you and our team.

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