Canal Services Technician - Electrical

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation; Saint-Lambert; On-site; CAD 55,186 - 68,439; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance

Professional development opportunities

Up to 8 weeks of paid vacation

Job summary

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation is seeking a dedicated professional for a permanent role in St. Lambert, Quebec. This position focuses on electrical maintenance and operations support, ensuring the safe transit of vessels.

The ideal candidate will have a DEP in Electricity and valid electrician certification, with at least two years of related experience. A competitive compensation package includes benefits and 8 weeks paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Valid electrician certification for the required regions.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Control operations for vessel transit and infrastructure.
• Record vessel passage data electronically.

Skills

PLC programming (relay logic and IEC language)

Knowledge of soft starters

Experience in electrical maintenance

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Office and SAP

Education

Diplôme d’études professionnelles (DEP) in Electricity

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Variable Speed Drives

Job description

At the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, our people come first. We are proud to make a real difference by contributing to a sustainable and efficient transportation of goods. Applying to join our dynamic team will make you an ambassador for a seaway that is essential to everyone’s daily life. Discover a workplace that promotes safety, diversity and innovation.

Location: St. Lambert, Quebec (CA-QC)
Salary range: $40.06 - $49.68 per hour (after completing the training program)
Assignment: Permanent
Work hours: 40 hours per week, rotating day and night shifts, 12-hour shifts

Your role

Teamwork is one of your strengths, and you want to contribute to a concrete mission at the heart of maritime transportation? In this key role, you will support operations by ensuring the safe transit of vessels, remotely controlling locks and bridges, performing electrical maintenance, and assisting during breakdown interventions.

Our comprehensive training program is designed to fully prepare you for this strategic role at the core of our operations.

Our Benefits

• Competitive compensation, defined benefit pension plan, group insurance and virtual healthcare;
• Up to 8 weeks of paid vacation to support work-life balance;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Professional development, wellness initiatives, and more!

Your Responsibilities

• Complete and record work orders related to maintenance, and respond to breakdowns to minimize navigation interruptions;
• Perform all activities related to vessel transit and infrastructure, including locks and bridges equipment operations, vessel mooring, and water level monitoring;
• Record and maintain vessel passage data in electronic systems;
• Carry out all tasks related to internal maintenance and civil engineering work within the lock sector;
• Perform all activities related to the safety of operational facilities, in compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Your profile

• Diplôme d’études professionnelles (DEP) in Electricity from Quebec, or a recognized apprenticeship program or equivalent in Ontario;
• Hold a valid electrician certification (Licence C in Quebec, Licence 309A – Construction and Maintenance Electrician, or 442A – Industrial Electrician in Ontario);
• Two (2) to five (5) years of experience in an industrial environment, particularly in maintenance of control systems and electrical equipment, with hands-on experience in programmable logic controllers (PLC) and variable speed drives;
• Strong knowledge of soft starters, variable speed drives, Ethernet, remote I/O devices, and fiber optic communication methods and equipment;
• Proficiency in PLC programming (relay logic and IEC language) and operator workstation software;
• Understanding of procedures, rules, regulations, standards, and safe work practices applicable to task execution;
• Sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to make appropriate decisions;
• Eligible for marine transportation security clearance;
• Availability to undergo a medical examination, functional capacity evaluation, and drug screening test;
• Valid driver’s license (Class G in Ontario or Class 5 in Quebec) and an insurable driving record;
• Ability to work a rotating schedule of 12-hour shifts (day and night);
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, near open water, and in deep areas;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English;
• Proficiency with computer programs and related software (MS Office and SAP).

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation is committed to diversity by encouraging an inclusive and equitable recruitment and work environment. We welcome everyone to apply, including candidates who identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.