Electrician

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Newman; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness program

Financial wellness benefits

Education assistance

Company-sponsored training

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to join the Maintenance team. The role focuses on maintaining electrical systems and PLC-controlled equipment for food and feed production in a fast-paced industrial setting.

You will perform preventive and breakdown maintenance, troubleshoot electrical components, read schematics, and ensure safety compliance while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Electrician certification
• Minimum two years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician, preferably in industrial/manufacturing environments
• Strong knowledge of OHSA standards, GMPs, HACCP, and food/feed safety regulations
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-based control systems and reading electrical schematics

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plant equipment and systems
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and support PLC-based control systems to maintain reliable operation
• Maintain and repair electrical components, motors, and control systems
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and equipment documentation
• Follow plant safety policies and procedures; communicate with team members

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

Troubleshooting control systems

PLC-based control systems

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Safety mindset

Education

Journeyman Electrician certification

2+ years industrial experience

Job description

Job Description

Electrician – Calgary, Alberta

Help Us Shape the Future of Nutrition

Location: Calgary, Alberta
Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Unionized)
Compensation: Competitive hourly wage with a complete benefits package including retirement, health, life, vision, and dental insurance
Pre-employment Requirement: Successful completion of a pre-employment medical and reference check

About the Role

We’re seeking a Journeyman Electrician to join our Maintenance team in Calgary. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring safe and efficient plant operations by maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment used in food and feed production.
You’ll support both preventive and breakdown maintenance activities, ensuring that electrical components, control systems, and plant equipment operate reliably and safely. This position involves working in a fast-paced industrial environment and may require shift work, weekend work, and responding to after-hours maintenance calls when necessary.

What You’ll Do

• Perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plant equipment and systems
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and support PLC-based control systems to maintain efficient and reliable operation of automated plant equipment
• Maintain and repair electrical components, motors, control systems, and related equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation
• Support preventive maintenance programs and respond to emergency equipment breakdowns
• Recommend equipment upgrades, modifications, or improvements to increase reliability and performance
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment changes
• Follow all plant safety policies and procedures while performing maintenance work
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments
• Work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a collaborative team environment

What You Bring

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and maintenance practices
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and control system issues in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work under time constraints and respond effectively to equipment failures
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and dependable with a strong safety mindset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Education and Experience

• Valid Journeyman Electrician certification
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of OHSA standards, GMPs, HACCP, and applicable food/feed safety regulations

Why You’ll Love Working at ADM

• Be part of a global leader in nutrition and agricultural processing
• Work with modern equipment and advanced manufacturing processes
• Opportunities to grow your technical skills and advance your career
• A culture that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• The chance to contribute to products that feed people and animals around the world

What’s in It for You

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Competitive retirement plan
• Paid training and opportunities for career growth
• A safe, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace
• The chance to contribute to a global company improving lives through nutrition

Other Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment medical and reference checks
• Regular, reliable attendance and willingness to work shift work, weekends, and after-hours callouts if required
• Ability to work in a plant environment including indoor/outdoor conditions, hot and cold temperatures, and dusty environments
• Commitment to ADM’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Relocation assistance is not available

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to support all aspects of your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision, life and AD&D, critical illness and travel insurance Wellness reimbursement , and Child Physical Activity Reimbursement.
• Financial wellness – Money Purchase Pension Plan (MPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), short and long term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid vacation time.
• Education assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language learning and mentoring programs.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.