Electrician

CGC Inc.; Little Narrows; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental care

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

RRSP

Incentive plan

Vacation time

EAP

Wellness program

Rewards program

Job summary

CGC Inc. in Little Narrows, Nova Scotia is seeking a permanent full-time Electrician to support our gypsum quarry. You will troubleshoot and maintain crushing and quarry equipment, read drawings, install wiring, and ensure safety.

The ideal candidate holds a Canadian Red Seal or is working toward it, has at least two years of mining/manufacturing experience, and demonstrates strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. CGC offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Red Seal or in school toward Red Seal.
• Minimum two years’ experience in manufacturing or mining.
• Maintenance and repair experience on heavy mining equipment.
• Experience with electronics is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specs to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.
• Install, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
• Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, and hydraulic/pneumatic control systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records.
• May install, maintain, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices.
• Operation of test equipment.
• Cable pulling and termination.
• Cable tray installation.
• General electrical equipment installation.
• Training provided to operate ship loader and mill duties as needed.
• Follow safety practices as per the company safety manual.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-focused

Reading drawings

Education

Red Seal Electrician

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material and suspended acoustical ceilings. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products and people to build walls, ceilings and careers.

CGC Inc. is currently recruiting an Electrician for our gypsum quarry, based in Little Narrows, Nova Scotia.

It's a permanent and full-time position, offering a challenging opportunity for motivated individuals to demonstrate their technical abilities to troubleshoot and maintain crushing and quarry equipment within a large corporation.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
• Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records.
• May install, maintain, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices.
• Operation of test equipment.
• Cable pulling and termination.
• Cable tray installation.
• General electrical equipment installation
• Training will be provided to operate the ship loader and general Mill production duties as needed.
• Follow safety practices for personal protection, protection of fellow workers and the protection of the public in accordance with the company safety manual.
• Understand and implement personal and company safety by adhering to all safety requirements.

Requirements

• Has a Canadian Red Seal Certificate of Qualification as an electrician or currently in school working towards the Red Seal Certificate.
• A minimum of two years’ experience is preferred in a manufacturing or mining environment.
• Maintenance and repair experience in heavy equipment such as drills, loaders, dozers, and other mining equipment.
• Experience with electronics is an asset.
• Demonstrates the ability to work safely.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Highly motivated, results orientated team player.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organized.

What We Offer

CGC offers competitive base salaries and cash incentive awards, comprehensive benefits, and financial protection for employees and their families.

Our Employee Group Benefits Plan (extended health care and dental care) begins on your first day of work!

• Extended health care (including prescription drugs, vision, and paramedical professional services)
• Dental care (includes both preventative care and major dental work)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan- contributory defined benefit plan
• Investment plan- defined contribution plan with options to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and/or a non-registered savings plan
• Incentive Plan- cash payments based on target achievement are earned quarterly or annually, depending upon the plan.
• Vacation time- between four and seven weeks paid vacation based on length of continuous service.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program offers fitness club memberships at a special reduced rate, health coaching, nutrition support, smoking cessation services, and much more.
• Rewards and Recognition Program

We understand the importance of balancing work and your personal life and will help you make your best contribution in both.

At CGC Inc. we go the distance to provide The Better Way. Delivering building solutions for customers worldwide is our goal. Relationships are our foundation. Integrity, Dependability and Innovation are the standards by which we live.

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material and suspended acoustical ceilings. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products and people to build walls, ceilings and careers.

CGC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with CGC, Inc. in accordance with Federal and provincial laws. Information regarding applicant accessibility may be found on the Accessibility section of our website.

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Headquartered in Chicago, we serve construction markets around the world with wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products that enable our customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play.

Our network of plants, mines, quarries and other facilities includes 49 manufacturing locations and over 7,500 employees across North America.