Industrial Electrician

Staff Plus is recruiting an Industrial Electrician for a well-established manufacturing company in Aylmer, ON. Permanent, full-time opportunities are available on both the day and afternoon shifts, offering $43.45/hour, comprehensive benefits, RRSP, profit sharing, and the opportunity to work with advanced automation, PLCs, robotics, and manufacturing equipment.

Location: Aylmer, ON

Pay Rate: $43.45 per hour + $0.95/hour afternoon shift premium

Shifts Available:

Day shift: 7am to 4:00pm (Monday to Thursday) & 7:00am to 3:30pm (Friday)

Afternoon shift: 4:00pm to 3:00am (Monday to Thursday)

What You'll Do:

As part of the maintenance team, you will troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and improve electrical systems and automated manufacturing equipment throughout the facility.

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, test, commission, and service industrial electrical systems, controls, PLCs, and manufacturing equipment.
• Install, wire, commission, and troubleshoot new and existing production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and program PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and motion control systems.
• Work with PLC platforms including Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Beckhoff.
• Support automated production lines, industrial controls, and FANUC robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot machine communication networks including Ethernet, IO-Link, and Profibus.
• Support machine safety systems, safety PLCs, and automated control applications.
• Perform preventative maintenance and identify recurring equipment issues.
• Investigate equipment downtime, determine root causes, and implement improvements to increase reliability and uptime.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, machine schematics, and technical documentation.
• Use AutoCAD to support equipment modifications, troubleshooting, and new installations.
• Provide mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting support as required.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, continuous improvement projects, and commissioning activities.
• Work closely with Production and Maintenance team members to improve safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.
• Assist with developing and updating preventative maintenance procedures.
• Provide guidance or training to apprentices, helpers, and contractors as required.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment and follow company safety procedures, government regulations, and the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Certified Electrician.
• 3–5 years of related industrial electrical experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC controls and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and install, troubleshoot, and commission new and existing equipment.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial automation is an asset.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, conveyors, gearboxes, motor alignment, chain and belt drives, or overhead cranes is an asset.
• AutoCAD experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of ISO/IATF procedures is an asset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a team.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What we offer:

• $43.45 per hour
• $0.95/hour afternoon shift premium
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP program
• Profit-sharing program
• Tool allowance
• Monthly employee appreciation lunch
• Opportunity to work with advanced automation, robotics, and manufacturing technology

If you're an experienced Industrial Electrician looking for a stable, permanent opportunity where you can use your electrical troubleshooting, PLC, and automation skills, apply today.