Electrical & Instrumentation Tradesperson

J.D. Irving, Limited; Utopia; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited, Lake Utopia Paper mill in Utopia, New Brunswick, is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Tradesperson to perform maintenance and repairs across electrical and instrumentation systems essential to mill operations.

The role involves troubleshooting, programming, and researching controls to improve distributed and process control systems, with a focus on safety and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Possess journeyman licenses or an equivalent industrial controls diploma.
• Experience in plant instrumentation and electrical systems preferred.
• Knowledge of HMI/SCADA and electrical distribution systems helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, programming and research to maintain distributed controls, programmable logic controllers, mill process controls and electrical distribution systems.
• Assist in continuous improvement through instrument tuning and system program changes.
• Maintain and repair electrical and instrumentation systems to support mill operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Safety-minded

Education

Instrumentation Journeyman License / Industrial Electrical Journeyman License / Industrial Controls Technology Diploma

Tools

Honeywell DCS

PLC

Variable Speed Drives

High Voltage Gear

Transformers

Job description

Job Description

As an Electrical & Instrumentation Tradesperson, you will perform all aspects of electrical and instrumentation maintenance and repairs at the mill.

Responsibilities

You will perform the required troubleshooting, programming and research to maintain and improve existing distributed controls, programmable controls, mill process controls and electrical distribution systems. You will assist in continuous improvement through instrument tuning and system program changes.

Qualifications

• Instrumentation Journeyman License, Industrial Electrical Journeyman License, or an Industrial Controls Technology Diploma
• Industrial experience in a similar industry is considered an asset
• Possess knowledge of Plant Instrumentation and Electrical systems, Honeywell Distributed Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controls, Variable Speed Drives
• Possess working knowledge of high voltage switchgear, transformers, and system protection as well as computer experience
• Problem‑solving ability
• Self‑motivated
• Strong safety aptitude

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Lake Utopia Paper produces high quality corrugating medium for the North American and export markets. Lake Utopia Paper’s corrugating medium is a key component of box packaging for a wide variety of industries. Located in Utopia, New Brunswick, our mill has supplied customers in Canada, the U.S. andLatin America for over fifty years.