Industrial Electrician

40359 Bush Line, 40359 Bush Line, St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 5 : 00 a.m. | Expires Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4 : 59 a.m.

The Corporation of the City of St. Thomas - Environmental Services Department has an existing vacancy for the following position :

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

Permanent, Full-Time

Job Posting #1157-11-25

Reports to : Manager of Pollution Control

Location : Wastewater Treatment Plant (40359 Bush Line, St. Thomas)

Hours : 40 hours / week; Monday to Friday, Overtime and On-Call as required

Union Affiliation : CUPE Local 35

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Manager of Pollution Control performs programming, calibration, and preventative / predictive maintenance by inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment, motor drives, generators, standby power, UV equipment, instrumentation, and wiring systems associated with the Pollution Control Plant and Pumping Stations. Assists Industrial Millwright and undertakes duties of a Wastewater Treatment Operator when required including operating, inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, and repairing the system of treatment works, regulatory devices, equipment and appurtenances in compliance with Ministry of Environment regulations and Environmental Compliance Approval requirements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Core Electrician Duties

Develops, and following approval, carries out an established schedule of preventative and corrective maintenance for all buildings and electrical equipment in the Pollution Control Plant and Pumping Stations.

Performs programming, calibration, and preventative / predictive maintenance by inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment, motor drives, generators, standby power, UV equipment, instrumentation, and wiring systems.

Systematically diagnoses faults in electrical systems and equipment and repairs or replaces electrical components as required.

Evaluates and adjusts process performance of equipment to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with established procedures.

Participates in the work order system, generating and completing work orders ensuring tasks are completed on time as scheduled by the Manager.

Performs and coordinates major installations, repairs, fabrication, and start-up of mechanical equipment; provides input into needs determination; participates in specific development and scheduling and notifies Chief Wastewater Treatment Operator to initiate the requisition process.

Performs and develops a preventative maintenance program for electrical systems and equipment including but not limited to the following :

• Planning and carrying out regular inspections
• Coordinating Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) inspections when required
• Calculating wear / performance and diagnosing causes of malfunctions
• Installing equipment and maintaining proper adjustments

Performs, monitors, and documents power analysis and troubleshooting on Pollution Control Plant and Pumping Stations electrical systems and equipment.

Responds to repair and malfunction situations that operators are unable to correct including responding to emergency equipment failures, troubleshooting equipment, diagnosing problems, and identifying the needed resources to make repairs as required. Notifies appropriate staff or need for major repairs and provides assistance as required.

Develops and maintains records of inspection and repair. Documents required maintenance upgrades to ensure equipment meets all regulatory health and safety and ESA requirements.

Maintains up-to-date documentation on operations, maintenance failures and servicing, including the completion of activity reports, manuals, wiring schematics and work records.

Maintains spare electrical parts and electrical equipment inventories. Recommends improvements to existing equipment, maintenance practices and procedures.

Provides input regarding specifications prior to the purchase of equipment and services. This may include contacting suppliers to obtain quotes for equipment purchases and services.

Oversees contractors on site.

Prepares written reports outlining costs, recommendations, and budget requirements.

Provides work direction and assigns duties to staff who are assigned to assist with maintenance tasks.

Undertakes operational duties as assigned by the Manager.

Performs other such related duties, responsibilities and functions as may be assigned.

Core Operator Duties

Monitors facility and associated pump stations through visual inspections, by using the computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System, or by taking readings from process control equipment in order to make any adjustments to the equipment and processes that ensure regulatory compliance and the efficient operation of the facilities.

Operates vehicles and equipment within established operating procedures in order to ensure that all applicable guidelines, procedures, regulations are complied with. This includes, but is not limited to pumps, compressors, overhead hoists, portable and stationery generators, pneumatic, hydraulic and electric tools and related tools and equipment.

Collects samples from various processes at the Treatment Plant and performs analysis by conducting standard tests, in order to make process adjustments.

Records performance monitoring data such as flows, chemicals used, levels, analytical data to assist in creating an operating history of the facility, and to be used in planning and costing of operations.

Ensures safe reception of all bulk chemicals (ie. chlorine, alum), septic / industrial waste and leachate.

Inspects, cleans, maintains, adjusts and repairs all plant equipment as required in accordance with prescribed standards.

Monitors sludge haulage and septic waste dumping.

Performs preventative maintenance checks and servicing on all plant and station equipment and ensures timely and accurate completion of preventative maintenance activities.

Maintains the facility, tools and equipment in a clean and orderly state.

Maintains grounds in an orderly state by clearing snow, trimming grass and shrubbery, operating and maintaining all grounds keeping equipment, such as tractors, trucks, mowers, snowblowers, etc.

Administers data entry, completes, and maintains departmental paperwork including inspection and activity logs, work orders, record keeping, Ministry forms and completes reports as necessary.

May be assigned the duties of Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) as required.

Participates in the Master Rotation Schedule including the after-hours and weekend on call system.

Note : The major tasks and responsibilities outlined above are representative but not all-inclusive. All activities are expected to be performed in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations along with Corporate Safety policies, procedures and programs. In addition, all necessary personal protective equipment must be used and maintained in good condition. This position must be compliant with all provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, related to “Duties of a Worker.”

Education / Experience / Skill

Education

Experience

Knowledge / Skill / Abilities

Driver’s Licence

Other

Working Conditions

WHAT WE OFFER

Applications must be received no later than Sunday January 4, 2026 at 11 : 59 p.m.

HOW TO APPLY

Go to www.stthomas.ca – Employment, Employment Opportunities. Go to Posting Title and click the ‘Apply Now’ button. You may need to register / create a Login.

Please import / upload your COVER LETTER AND RESUME individually (i.e. pdf, word) and ensure you have attached all documents prior to submitting your application.

The City of St. Thomas is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Department at 519-631-1680 ext. 4146.

Although we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal Information on this application is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act., R.S.O. 2001, as amended, and be used to determine eligibility and suitability for employment with the City of St. Thomas.

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