Job Description

We are seeking an Industrial Electrician for a 1 Year contract to join our growing team.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Industrial Electrician will work as part of a team to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring components, control devices and related equipment in a manufacturing & machine building environment. This individual will have the ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications for panel building & machine wiring.

The Industrial Electrician will also routinely perform troubleshooting & preventative maintenance on all equipment and components to ensure the continued safe, efficient and effective operations of all equipment utilized by the organization. Duties and Responsibilities: o Build electrical panels and wire machinery according to schematics, drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications.

Assemble, wire, mount electrical components on machine/panel back plates, prepare cut-outs, installing junction boxes, etc. (PLC Controllers, Drives, Transformers, Motors, Push Buttons, etc.). Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring components, control devices and equipment. Lay out & wire various electrical components within & between electrical cabinets & machines. Test, troubleshoot & assist in power up. Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Operate necessary hand and power tools as required. Other duties as assigned by Management Requirements High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Preferably licensed with 309A/442A. Minimum 2 years' experience wiring machinery and building control panels in a manufacturing environment. Proficient in reading & interpreting electrical drawings/schematics in-line with building electrical control panels & machine wirings. Proficient soldering skills. Proficient with basic hand tools and power tools o Valid Overhead Crane, Forklift and Skyjack Certification is an asset Working Knowledge of Microsoft programs. Working knowledge of ERP software an asset. Knowledge of safe operating procedures. Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Able to work well under pressure. o Strong attention to detail. o Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment. Self-starter, with developed analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work independently in a busy environment. Willing to work overtime/weekends as required.
Working Conditions: Located mainly in an indoor manufacturing environment in varying temperatures, may be required to perform work outdoors. Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety footwear, safety glasses/goggles, respirator, hearing protection, etc.

Occasional moderate to heavy manual lifting of up to 50 lbs. Regularly works near active production machinery, in conditions that include moving parts, heat, humidity, and exposure to dust.

Exposure to varying levels of noise as produced by machinery and related activities. Standing for extended periods of time, walking, crouching.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $30.00-$33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person