Industrial Electrician-Manufacturing

Position Summary
The industrial electrician will work as part of a team to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in a manufacturing environment. The industrial electrician will also routinely perform preventative maintenance on all equipment and components in order to ensure the continued safe, efficient and effective operations of all equipment and fixtures utilized by the organization
Reporting Relationships
This position reports directly to the: Maintenance Manager.
Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications in order to provide troubleshooting and repair services when needed.
• Install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and equipment.
• Diagnose, locate the cause of, and repair malfunctioning systems and components using test equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance through inspection of electrical systems, equipment and components.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Direct and train other workers and apprentices to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Work on other electrical projects as required.
• Assists other maintenance technicians.
• Ensure all work performed adheres to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal safety regulations, codes and specifications.
• Complete any other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements

• Must be fully certified – 442A is preferred, but will accept 309A with strong industrial manufacturing exposure/experience

Work Experience Requirements

• 3 years’ of electrician experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience with metal processing, heavy stamping or die casting is an asset
• Ability to install, maintain, test troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, preferably in a fast paced manufacturing/industrial

Knowledge & Skills Requirements

• Must have ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications
• Knowledge of PLC Programmable logic capabilities
• Skills in routine maintenance operations
• Computer literate
• Competencies
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and written
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Detail-orientated and analytical thinking
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Enthusiasm to apply continuous improvement techniques

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required
• 12 hour Continental Shifts, 2-week rotations OR steady afternoon shift.
• Plant Environment
• Exposure to loud noise