Electrician

Ontario Northland; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation services company in Northeastern Ontario seeks an Electrician responsible for installing and maintaining electrical systems. The successful candidate will have a certificate of qualification, apprenticeship experience, and strong skills in communication and safety. This full-time role offers a competitive pay rate and the opportunity to work with a committed team. Applications are encouraged from diverse candidates, promoting equity in hiring.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid vacation

Discounted transportation services

Qualifications

• Must have served an apprenticeship.
• Experience working within a unionized environment.
• Good working knowledge of computers is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain all types of electrical equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and test electrical equipment.
• Perform adjustments and calibrations to electrical equipment.
• Work according to Industrial Electronics and National Electrical Codes.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organizational and planning skills

Demonstrated knowledge of safety codes

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Certificate of Qualification as Electrician (Construction 309A or Industrial 442A)

Job description

Overview

POSITION: Electrician
DEPARTMENT: Rail Mechanical
LOCATION: Cochrane
REFERENCE: 300-142-26
RATE OF PAY: $39.75 /hr

WHO WE ARE: Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We employ over 1000 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve. We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT: Responsible for completely and independently planning, laying out, repairing, dismantling, rebuilding, maintaining, installing, and fabricating equipment. This position includes troubleshooting of all types of electrical, electronic and digital equipment (AC or DC) on a number of equipment that includes locomotives, passenger coaches, shop machinery and mobile equipment. In addition, the position responsibility will include structural maintenance such as electricity and lighting on buildings, powerhouses, other structures and yards.

Major Duties / Responsibilities

• Install and maintain all types of electrical equipment on machinery, locomotives, car and special track equipment
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and test electrical equipment
• Perform adjustments and calibrations to electrical equipment
• Perform modifications and constructs electrical assemblies
• Perform preventative maintenance work
• Service, test and replace components used in electronic circuits
• Plan and perform job layouts
• Work from blueprints, circuit diagrams or schematics
• Use hand tools and various electrical testing devices and instruments
• Work according to Industrial Electronics and National Electrical Codes
• Operating equipment such as overhead and mobile cranes and forklifts
• Adapt to new methods, processes, material and equipment
• Follow prescribed safety procedures including the use of safety clothing and equipment
• Work shifts vary including evening and weekend shifts
• Working outdoors in adverse weather

Requirements

• Certificate of Qualification as Electrician (Construction 309A or Industrial 442A)
• Must have served an apprenticeship
• Experience working within a unionized environment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety codes and has demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious manner
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Good working knowledge of computers an asset
• Commitment to Health and Safety

Background Investigation

The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: a plain text link is not provided here.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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