Electrical Technician

Redpath Sugar Ltd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sugar refiner in Toronto seeks an experienced Electrical Technician to provide support to electrical systems. Responsibilities include maintenance of PLCs, instrumentation, and adherence to safety standards. Candidates must possess a valid electrician license and have a strong background in industrial environments. This role offers a dynamic work schedule with shift premiums.

Benefits

Shift premiums

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals.
• Must regard safety as a core value and work safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on industrial systems.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation for various measurements.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and reliability of systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

PLC programming

Safety compliance

Education

Licensed Electrician - Active 309A or 442 trade license

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

VFDs

SAP CMMS

Job description

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ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal and Italy. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle’s and Sidul.

Redpath Sugar is located on Toronto’s historic downtown waterfront and has been a part of Canada’s heritage for more than 160 years. Our brand is the oldest food-related trademark in Canada and is recognized across the country. Redpath Sugar is part of ASR Group, the largest cane sugar refiner in the world.

Overview

We are seeking a Licensed Trade Electrician to join our dynamic industrial operations team, providing continuous support to electrical and instrumentation systems in a demanding production environment. This role involves maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems including PLCs (Allen-Bradley), VFDs, instrumentation (temperature, pressure, density, flow), and various voltages (110V, 575V, 4160V AC / DC). The successful candidate will ensure equipment availability, minimize downtime, and maintain compliance with safety standards including LOTO and Arc Flash protocols.

The position works 12-hour shifts, 3 days one week, 4 days the next week, for a total of 84 hours in a two-week period. The position includes regularly scheduled Saturday and Sunday shifts and works two weeks of day shift followed by two weeks of night shift. All shifts worked on a Sunday are paid at double time, and all hours of work have a $1.00 / hour shift premium.

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on industrial systems operating at 110V, 575V, and 4160V
• Maintain and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, motor control centres, and control panels.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation including temperature, pressure, density, and flow devices using 4-20mA loop systems.
• Execute planned and unplanned maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of electrical equipment in a high-uptime production facility.
• Interpret and update electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and control drawings.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks using SAP CMMS.
• Adhere strictly to LOTO (Lockout / Tagout) procedures and Arc Flash safety practices.
• Respond to operational breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime and support production.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and automation teams to optimize performance and reliability of systems.
• Document all work and changes accurately in maintenance records and reports.

Qualifications

Valid Electrician License (442A or 309A) – Red Seal preferred.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.

DEMONSTRATED PROFICIENCY IN

Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting (RS Logix / Studio 5000)

VFDs and motor control systems

4-20mA analog and digital signal systems

Instrumentation for temp, pressure, flow, and density

STRONG KNOWLEDGE OF

Canadian Electrical Code and ESA requirements

High voltage systems (4160V)

Arc Flash hazards and mitigation (Arc Flash certified)

Lockout / Tagout procedures

Experience in continuous operations or 24 / 7 facility support environment is an asset.

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals.

Excellent troubleshooting skills and a proactive maintenance mindset.

Physically fit, able to work at heights, confined spaces, and in all plant environments.

Work Experiences

Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of SAP would be an asset

Basic knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’s

Knowledge of electrical circuits and power supplies, gearboxes, motors, pneumatics.

Education Requirements

Licensed Electrician - Active 309A or 442 trade license required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Essential Capabilities (knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Personal Attributes)

Ability to :

lift up to 20 kgs

use hands and arms to reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools

walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and climb stairs frequently throughout the shift

reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently

work independently as well as a team player

climb up and down ladders

Ability to work rotating shifts and OT if required

Must be able to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as but not limited to protective footwear, clothing, safety glasses / goggles, etc.

Must regard safety as a core value; Must be able to work safe and in a proficient manner

LOCATION OF ROLE

Redpath Sugar, Toronto

For more than 100 years, our employees have taken pride in “Making Life a Little Sweeter” by providing our customers and consumers with quality service and sugar products. Our commitment to that principle drives us in all that we do and encourages us to uphold our company’s high ethical standards of business conduct to ensure our continued success.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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