Entry level apprentice electrician Jobs in Hamilton, ON

Job Title: Industrial Electrician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical and automation equipment within a high-speed food manufacturing facility. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, frequency drives, and conveyor systems to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation of production lines while performing both reactive and preventative maintenance using a computerized maintenance management system.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment, including automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, and frequency drives.
• Perform detailed troubleshooting and repair of PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley SLC500 and Omron controls.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Complete regular work orders and accurately document all maintenance activities in the CMMS (Maximo).
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory through the CMMS to ensure critical components are available when needed.
• Install, modify, and maintain electrical wiring, conduit, and related components in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Interpret and work from electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to perform installations and repairs.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in electrical repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting, particularly with Allen-Bradley SLC500 and Omron control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work with automation equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, and frequency drives.
• Strong skills in conduit installation, wiring, and electrical installations in an industrial setting.
• Experience using a CMMS, preferably Maximo, to manage work orders and spare parts inventory.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Practical experience supporting conveyor systems and high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics as they relate to industrial machinery and automation.
• Capability to work effectively in a noisy, fast-paced, and large-scale production facility on rotating continental shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Valid or completed 442A Industrial Electrician certification.
• 309A or 433 trade certification or apprenticeship completion is an asset.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, clean, and busy food manufacturing facility that operates at high speed with extensive automation. The plant contains more than 100 conveyors and a mix of both older and newer equipment, creating a dynamic environment with a wide range of technologies and systems. The atmosphere is noisy and fast-paced, and the facility is filled with the smell of fresh bread and wheat. You will work alongside friendly coworkers in a collaborative setting. The position follows a rotating continental shift schedule with 12-hour shifts: days from 7:00 . to 7:00 . and nights from 7:00 . to 7:00 ., typically structured as a (3 on, 2 off) and (2 on, 3 off) rotation, including working two out of four weekends each month. The environment requires adherence to standard industrial and food manufacturing safety practices and appropriate work attire suitable for a production facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hamilton, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hamilton,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.