Apprentice Electrician (3rd / 4th Year)

Description

IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. is a production facility that mines, processes, colours, and ships granules used for roofing products. Follow the link below to learn more :

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Location

IG Machines and Fibers Ltd.

3745 Barnes Lake Rd, PO BOX 1000, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

What’s in it for you?

Competitive wage - starting at $38.88

Competitive health, dental and insurance plans

Company matched retirement savings program

The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on diversity and inclusion

The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

The opportunity to have overtime and banked hours

Yearly $200 as safety allowance

In-house training and development opportunities

When you join us, you will be :

Assist with installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical distribution and control equipment

Support work involving computers, VFDs, PLCs, and field instrumentation

Help organize tools, parts, and work areas; assist with maintaining records of electrical modifications (e.g., red-line drawings)

Follow all safety rules and policies, including LOTO and Life-Critical procedures

Participate in routine preventative maintenance inspections and calibration activities

Assist in performing repairs during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance

Contribute to diagnosing electrical, control, and instrumentation issues using logical troubleshooting methods

Help interpret electrical drawings, schematics, manufacturer documentation, and the Canadian Electrical Code

Complete work documentation using electronic work order and maintenance software

Support continuous improvement initiatives, including maintaining tidy, organized, and safe work areas as part of a 5S program

Work collaboratively with other trades and maintenance personnel

Perform physically demanding tasks in a 24 / 7 industrial environment

Our ideal candidate :

Must be a registered 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Electrician

Strong interest in industrial electrical work and learning advanced control systems

Basic understanding of electrical theory, circuits, and safety practices

Familiarity with electrical tools, test equipment, and safe work procedures

Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and diagrams (training provided for more advanced schematics)

Willingness to learn about PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial automation

Comfortable using (or learning) computer-based maintenance systems

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to work in a team and follow direction from Journeypersons and supervisors

Ability to manage time effectively and handle changing priorities

Physically capable of working in a demanding industrial environment and available for shift work

Commitment to safety in all tasks, big or small

Work Schedule

The hours of work will be primarily Wednesday through Saturday {40 hours}.

Diversity, Equal Opportunity and Accommodations :

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes internal applications from employees with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for internal applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Benefits of Employment : IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment : IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.