Electrical-Mechanical Technician

Ultra Electronics Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in naval support is looking for an Electro-Mechanical Technician to maintain and repair production equipment. The role requires expertise in pneumatic and hydraulic systems, along with the ability to program and maintain PLCs. Candidates must have a diploma in Electromechanical Technology and be eligible for Canadian NATO security clearance. This position offers a competitive benefits package, commitment to employee development, and a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Employee education assistance

Extended health and dental

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion from a recognized community college.
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to gain appropriate Canadian NATO security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain production equipment and systems.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and diagnose faults.
• Program and maintain Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Run cabling for production equipment.
• Alert supervision about needed repairs on equipment.

Skills

Pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Computer literacy

Education

Diploma in Electromechanical Technician or Journeyperson Millwright

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Completes all regular standard preventive maintenance

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

The Facilities function in Ultra is responsible for managing the day to day provision of Facilities Support services across all businesses, which may include buildings and grounds maintenance, security and health and safety. It may also include the coordination of Business Continuity activities across Ultra.

We are now looking for a talented Electro-Mechanical Technician to work as part of our Maintenance team responsible for supporting our high-tech production environment and facility. Working under minimal supervision, the Electro-Mechanical Technician performs the following job duties:

• Assembles, installs, maintains, repairs and overhauls all types of equipment, machinery and systems used in production processes
• Develops, implements and follows preventive maintenance schedules and procedures as required. Monitors function of machinery, equipment and electro-mechanical devices while in use and highlights potential problems.
• Carries out maintenance and preventative maintenance in accordance with procedures and diagnoses and repairs faults, suggesting improvements to existing equipment and maintenance procedures and practices
• Maintains and programs Allen-Bradley PLCs, and PLC software controlled equipment, machinery, variable speed drives and electro-mechanical devices
• Tests electrical equipment for proper function, continuity and isolation from ground and corrects faults as necessary, including programming faults in production PLC’s and related systems
• Runs cabling for production equipment and production test equipment on production floor
• Alerts supervision regarding repairs and maintenance required on operating equipment/machinery/electro-mechanical devices to ensure safe working conditions
• Works as directed with team members and/or with other departments to ensure efficient operation of production equipment, machinery and/or electro-mechanical devices
• Maintains records, including software and programs for production equipment, machinery and mechanical devices.
• Repairs, reworks, and calibrates pneumatic assemblies and systems to meet operational specifications and tolerances
• Operate, test, and maintain semi-automated, servo-mechanical, or electromechanical equipment
• Follows Layouts, and installs traditional electrical circuitry for offices, lighting, pumps, motors, etc.
• Works with Engineering in the programming of existing and developmental PLC and operating system based production equipment, machinery and electro-mechanical devices
• Uses knowledge and experience to propose design changes and/or modifications to machines and equipment to improve performance and reliability
• Responds to occasional emergency call-ins
• Change filters on large filtration systems and any process equipment needed.

Please note - this positions resides within a bargaining unit.

Required Skills

• Completed Grade 12, from a recognized community college with a diploma in Electromechanical technician or trade certification (Journeyperson Millwright)
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems and reading blueprints
• The successful person must be able to gain the appropriate Canadian NATO government security clearance and satisfy all requirements to be able to work on Canadian Controlled Goods projects.

Desired Skills

• A good level of computer Literacy
• Experience working with 3rd Party custom Tooling shops
• AGV experience
• Good understanding of PLCs
• WHMIS trained
• Competent reading and writing skills
• A positive attitude
• Good communication, organization and decision-making skills

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries.

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]

Company: Ultra Maritime