Electrician

Linamar Corporation; Guelph; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Electrician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical equipment. The role demands a thorough understanding of electrical systems and codes, alongside a valid electrician license. Join Linamar for opportunities for career advancement and contribution to impactful projects.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Community outreach programs

Social committees and sports teams

Discounts for local vendors and events

Qualifications

• Licensed electrician (309A) with minimum two years of experience.
• Able to read and interpret drawings and electrical specifications.
• Experience with troubleshooting and resolving equipment malfunctions.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and systems.
• Oversee inspections to ensure compliance with electrical standards.
• Train and direct electrical employees as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Technical school training

309A Electrician License

Tools

High voltage testing equipment

Job description

The Electrician position, under limited direction, installs, maintains, test, troubleshoots and repairs industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls. Primarily accountable for interpreting architectural drawings and electrical code specifications and form and test electrical circuits to ensure health and safety regulations. In addition, assure proper functioning and illumination of electrical equipment and work on equipment such as electrical transmission lines, motors, generators, distribution and plant equipment.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Oversee inspections of electrical systems to ensure compliance with Ontario Electrical Standards Act.

· Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components as needed.

· Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.

· Update and log electrical changes.

· Maintain needed spares and purchase material in the most cost effective manner.

· Evaluate power for new equipment and connect to the Ontario Electrical Code.

· Complete interface to CNC equipment.

· Coordinate with all plant services and contractors as needed.

· Train and direct electrical employees and ensure they perform to required standards.

· Interpret information from pre-maintenance work orders to determine the location and appropriate work necessary.

· Take measurements using high voltage testing equipment.

Credentials

· Able to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications.

· Technical school training and has completed the apprenticeship program.

· Licensed electrician (309A).

· Minimum two years of previous related experience.

· Able to read schematic drawings in order to troubleshoot and repair equipment.

· Ability to troubleshoot and determine resolutions when encountering malfunctions in equipment.

· Knowledge of phone systems, network cabling, security systems, door access systems and video surveillance systems is an asset.

· Able to work rotating shifts and weekend work, as needed.

· Travel may be required between Guelph facilities.

Desired Characteristics

· Ability to work independently, in addition, work as part of a team that includes other tradespeople and professionals to install, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment.

· Receive in-house safety training to update certifications such as Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Job Info

• Job Identification 11279
• Job Category Technical
• Posting Date 06/19/2025, 02:53 PM
• Locations 277 Silvercreek Parkway North, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1E6, CA
• Degree Level Trade School
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Rotating – Days, Afternoons, Nights