Electrician - Afternoon shift

Job Summary :

To install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment.

Required Education and Experience :

• Minimum Grade 12 mathematics with a minimum 5 years work experience in a similar role ideally in production orientated environment, with emphasis on stamping, presses, hydroforming, and welding processes
• Holds a Valid Electrician's license, with knowledge of applicable electrical codes
• Working knowledge of electric circuitry consisting of relays, PC and PLC logic (. Allen Bradley, RS Logic 5000, RS Links, Panel View and Rockwell Studio 5000)
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical theory
• Ability to use programming devices for troubleshooting and modification of programs
• Ability to perform basic wiring work, conduit bending and control cabinet wiring
• Ability to identify causes of problems, trouble shoot and develops methods to correct these problems permanently
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good organization skills, be a self-starter and a team player
• Good understanding of the requirements as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Excellent attendance
• Ability to work efficiently with no supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment and be a Team Player
• Flexibility to work overtime as required
• Ability to maintain records in an organized and tidy manner
• Support Quality Systems, OHSMS and Environmental Management Systems Requirements
• Respecting and understanding of the Customer / Supplier relationship
• Ensure that all duties and tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and at no time is the employee or their co-workers placed in an unsafe condition

Essential Functions :

Troubleshoots and maintains production equipment, which includes electrical, PLC, CNC, hydraulic, mechanic, and pneumatic systems.

Works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings and equipment specifications

Repairs and replaces electric and electronic components such as motors, contactors, relays, timers, and kind of switches, PLC's, light curtains, motor controls, etc.

Make calculations for load requirements for circuits and chooses appropriate size and grade components

Runs new power supply lines to new and relocated equipment according to Hydro codes and other applicable standards and regulations.

Works to IEE wiring regulations, Electrical Safety Code and company codes

• Wires new control panels according to drawings, and verbal instructions under consideration of Hydro Codes and other applicable standards, and regulations.
• Locates and diagnoses faults on electrical equipment or systems which may involve complex interlocking or interrelated circuits
• Informs Supervisor about changes in electric circuits or updates the original diagrams.
• Maintains and adjusts electrical supply and production equipment to maximize operating performance. Helps to maintain electrical spare part inventory levels in the tool crib
• Maintains work order and preventive / predictive maintenance system by filling in the required forms
• Read and write electrical and electronic schematics as well as read basic hydraulic and pneumatic circuits
• Install, examine, replace and repair electronic wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance
• Follow all safety rules inside plant and occupational health and safety act

Working Environment :

100% plant floor (PPE required)

Physical Demands :

• Require communication with employees, peers and management
• Lifting and pushing as needed

Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

• Identify and report any hazard(s) in the workplace
• Report any accidents, injuries requiring first aid, health care, lost time injuries, occupational diseases or incidents
• Use equipment, materials and machinery only as authorized
• Must work in accordance with health and safety regulations, company rules, plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company.
• All employees are prohibited from walking under a suspended hoist, cranes or forklifts.
• All employees must follow all LOTO procedures
• Comply with all environmental requirements including our recycling program.

Benefits :

• Working in a great inclusive team environment
• Medical, Dental and Extended Health Care insurance coverage
• Group Retirement Savings Plan
• Long term disability coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance coverage
• Safety shoes and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Supplier vehicle discounts
• Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities

Martinrea International Inc. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please notify us if you are contacted for a job interview.