Automation, Controls and Electrical Technician

Sanimax; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 48,216 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group insurance plan

Telemedicine services

Pension plan with employer contrib.

Gym membership reimbursement

On-site gym

On-the-job training provided

Job summary

Sanimax in Montreal is seeking an Automation and Controls Technician to support electrical maintenance, troubleshoot PLCs, and boost production line performance.

You will configure and service Rockwell hardware (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View), operate VFDs, and document work in CMMS. A college diploma in Industrial Electronics or Electromechanics and a non-construction electrician license are required, with 3–5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Requires college diploma in Industrial Electronics or Electromechanics with PLC interest.
• 3–5 years of instrumentation, automation, process control and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of Rockwell automation equipment and VFDs is essential.
• Familiarity with low-voltage distribution and industrial networks is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical maintenance and plant operations to improve production efficiency.
• Respond to service calls and perform diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Source parts, install, replace, and commission equipment.
• Access PLC programs and modify as required; maintain electrical and control equipment.
• Use CMMS to record work, labor, and parts; inspect and calibrate instruments.

Skills

Instrumentation

Automation

Process control

Troubleshooting

Rockwell automation

VFDs

Electrical distribution

Industrial networks

Microsoft Office

English (Functional)

Education

College diploma in Industrial Electronics or Electromechanics

Tools

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

SLC500

CMMS

Job description

Your professional transformation starts here Do you enjoy solving technical challenges every day, especially when it comes to building a greener future? Is your independence a priority? Looking for an employer who believes in supporting your professional development? This job is for you! We are looking for a highly motivated, intellectually curious individual with strong leadership skills to join our Montreal plant as an Automation and Controls Technician, reporting to the Maintenance Area Supervisor.

Why join Sanimax

Permanent full-time position Salary: $41/hour

• Comprehensive group insurance plan
• Telemedicine services
• Pension plan with employer contributions
• Reimbursement for gym memberships and physical activities
• On-site gym
• On-the-job training provided

Schedule Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, rotating between: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Responsibilities

• Support the electrical maintenance team and plant operations in resolving issues that impact production line efficiency.
• Respond to service calls.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Source parts; perform installation, replacement, and commissioning activities.
• Access PLC programs and make modifications as required.
• Participate in the maintenance of the plant’s electrical and control equipment.
• Inspect, verify, clean, and repair equipment.
• Inspect, verify, and calibrate instruments (temperature, pressure, flow, etc.).
• Analyze production downtime and propose improvement solutions for electrical and control equipment.
• Use the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to record work performed, labor time, and parts used.
• Participate in the maintenance of low-voltage electrical distribution equipment.

Requirements

• College diploma in Industrial Electronics or Electromechanics, with a strong interest in PLCs.
• Hold a non-construction electrician license (License C or CE, or currently in the process of obtaining it).
• 3–5 years of experience in instrumentation, automation, process control, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Rockwell automation equipment (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, SLC500).
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Knowledge of low-voltage electrical distribution equipment (600V), including switchgear, MCCs, and distribution panels.
• Experience with ABB and Rockwell VFDs is considered an asset.
• Experience with industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, IO-Link, HART) is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Functional English.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and regulations related to the role, with the ability to ensure compliance with established standards.

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Get to know Sanimax

Want to build a greener future for generations to come? At Sanimax, this challenge is an everyday motivator. At the very heart of the circular economy, we renew more than 2 million tons of organic residues every year. Our mission is simple: reclaim, renew, and return in order to optimize the use of each resource. That’s why, day after day, we create something new from leftovers that nobody wants. Working at Sanimax means finding your place within a team that is proud of the role it plays on an environmental scale. We always strive to do better, together. For the environment, for our community, and for everyone’s well-being. Visit our website to learn more.