Industrial Electrician

Techo-Bloc; Ayr; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Industrial Electrician to join their dynamic team in Ayr, Ontario. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment in a supportive environment that values employee growth and teamwork. As part of a family-owned company recognized for its exceptional culture, you will engage in hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial setting and are eager to make a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive base wage

Night Shift Premium

End of year Bonus

Referral Bonuses

Group insurance plan

Company matching RRSP

Free access to virtual family doctor

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a licensed industrial electrician.
• Strong understanding of industrial electronics and process controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot from electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot automation systems.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance plant efficiency.

Skills

Industrial Electronics

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Root Cause Analysis

Teamwork

Education

Electrician Certificate of Qualification (442A/Red Seal)

Electrician Apprenticeship

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

Grow Your Career with Techo-Bloc – Join Our Team!

Looking for real career growth with a top-tier company? Techo-Bloc, a five-time winner of Canada’s Top 50 Best Managed Companies, is hiring an Industrial Electrician for our Night Shift at our Production Facility in Ayr, ON.

Who We Are:

Techo-Bloc designs and manufactures premium pavers, retaining walls, and masonry products across North America. We combine innovative design with top-tier durability and operate using advanced equipment and lean manufacturing principles like 5S and Kanban.

Why Join Us:

• Family-owned company with a strong team culture
• Opportunities for growth and promotion from within
• Supportive, employee-focused environment
• A chance to be part of something exceptional
  
  

Join the Techo-Bloc Team; where adventure and team spirit await you.

Job Description

What you’ll do as an Industrial Electrician

Join our dynamic team where you'll work hands-on with advanced manufacturing equipment including conveyors, robotic systems, overhead and transfer systems, and presses. We're looking for a driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, bearings, gears).
• Perform preventative maintenance using standardized procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automation systems (PLC, I/O, VFDs, fieldbus, communication networks).
• Replace or commission automation devices, including basic configuration or reloading backups.
• Analyze and resolve electrical and control system issues throughout the plant.
• Maintain and update technical documentation (electrical diagrams, installation notes, etc.).
• Support continuous improvement efforts to minimize downtime and improve plant efficiency.
  
  

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

Certification: Valid Ontario or Inter-Provincial Electrician Certificate of Qualification (442A/Red Seal) required. Completion of an Electrician Apprenticeship is preferred.

Experience: 3–5 years as a licensed industrial electrician in a manufacturing or automation environment.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of industrial electronics and process controls
• Proficient in reading and troubleshooting from electrical diagrams
• Skilled in using diagnostic tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.) to troubleshoot 24VDC, 240VAC, and 480VAC systems
• Hands-on experience with control panels, relays, contactors, and safety systems
• Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMIs; ability to read and reload PLC programs from backup
• Working knowledge of VFDs (SEW, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Lenze)
• Experience with fieldbus systems (Profibus, Profinet, ASi)
• Comfortable working with ASi-Safe and Profisafe systems is an asset
  
  

Network & Software:

• Basic networking knowledge (IP/MAC addresses, routers, switches)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD for updating electrical drawings
• Bonus: experience with Microsoft Visual Studio (C#, Visual Basic)
  
  

Mechanical Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Mechanical aptitude and interest are essential
  
  

Other Qualities:

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventative maintenance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented industrial setting
• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to work cross-functionally
  
  

Additional Information

Why join Techo-Bloc?

• Competitive salary:
• Competitive base wage($44.66 to $48.00/hour)
• Night Shift Premium ($2.50/hour)
• End of year Bonus
• Referral Bonuses
• Modern, clean, illuminated and high-tech facility
• Group insurance plan
• Company matching RRSP
• Free access to a virtual family doctor through virtual care
• Awesome uniforms and swag
• Employee discounts on Techo-Bloc’s products
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP available 24/7)
  
  

This is a physically demanding position. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23kg). Manual dexterity, teamwork, hand-eye co-ordination and a combination of sitting, standing and walking required.

Techo-Bloc is committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the diversity of Canada.

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting new role, we want to meet you, send your application now!

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