Electrician

Bunge Iberica SA; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunge Canada is seeking a Maintenance Electrician in Hamilton to support electrical systems across the site. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and support safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

You must hold an Ontario 309A or 442A license and have at least five years in industrial electrical work, with strong PLC and automation knowledge. Unionized UFCW Local 175, rotating shifts, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ontario QC as 309A or 442A with Red Seal.
• Minimum five years of industrial electrical experience.
• Strong knowledge of process automation systems, PLCs, instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment and process systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and identify root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and engineering documents.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to plant safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and contractors to meet site objectives.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours maintenance.

Skills

Process automation

PLCs

Electrical equipment

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Ontario Certificate of Qualification (309A/442A)

Tools

SAP

Job description

A Day in the Life:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Electrician is responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment within the Hamilton Crush and Edible Oils facilities. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, reliable plant operations while supporting maintenance projects, equipment performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Permanent full-time position.
• Shift work on rotating schedule. The Company reserves the right to adjust work schedules and shift times to support business requirements. Overtime may be required based on operational needs.
• Unionized position represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) Local 175.
• Hourly rate: $49.99

What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment, including conveyors, elevators, pumps, motors, control panels, and process systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, determine root causes of failures, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Utilize technical documentation, drawings, and maintenance systems to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment as required.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures and company policies.
• Participate in plant safety initiatives, hazard identification, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, contractors, and other site personnel to support plant objectives.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation and respond to after‑hours maintenance requirements as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping standards within assigned work areas.
• Support the training and development of new maintenance employees.
• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a commitment to Bunge's Core Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as a 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician or 442A Industrial Electrician with Red Seal endorsement.
• Minimum of five (5) years of industrial electrical experience.
• Strong knowledge of process automation systems, PLCs, electronic instrumentation, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret shop prints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and electrical testing equipment.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance techniques is an asset.
• Knowledge of HACCP and GMP food safety programs is an asset.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., SAP) is an asset.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.

Physical & Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in environments with extreme temperatures, dust, grease, oil, fumes, and potential electrical hazards.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to work in confined spaces when properly permitted and monitored.
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including specialized protective equipment when required.

Commitment to supply safe food, maintain a food safety culture within the site, continually improve the site's food safety management system; and comply with customer and regulatory requirements.

Bunge Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a diverse culture. If you require accommodations due to a disability or other protected characteristic during the recruitment process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail].

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge