Electrician

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 60,366 - 64,389; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance and virtual health

Generous paid leave

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development & wellness

Job summary

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation is seeking an Electrician to install, repair, maintain, and inspect electrical systems across its infrastructure in St. Catharines, Ontario.

You will ensure reliability and safety through skilled fault diagnosis and preventive work, adhering to codes and standards. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, a completed Electrician Apprenticeship, and a provincial qualification (309A/442A or QC equivalent), plus at least four years of industrial

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and Electrician Apprenticeship completed.
• Ontario 309A/442A or QC equivalent certificate required.
• 4+ years' licensed electrician experience in industrial settings.
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, networks and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain, inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment.
• Diagnose PLCs and control systems to support operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance per established programs.
• Respond to electrical service calls and resolve issues promptly.
• Work according to electrical codes and standards.

Skills

Electrical safety

Problem solving

Communication in English

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Electrician Apprenticeship

Ontario 309A/442A or QC equivalent

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

Ethernet networks

Remote I/O

Fibre optic systems

Job description

At the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, our people come first. We are proud to make a real difference by contributing to a sustainable and efficient transportation of goods. Applying to join our dynamic team will make you an ambassador for a seaway that is essential to everyone’s daily life. Discover a workplace that promotes safety, diversity and innovation.

Location: St. Catharines, Ontario (CA-ON)

Assignement: Permanent

Hours of work: 40 per week

# of openings: 1

Salary range: $CAN43.82/hour to $CAN46.74/hour after completing the 90-day probationary period

Your Role

Would you like to contribute to the reliability and safety of the Seaway's electrical infrastructure? As an Electrician, you will perform the installation, repair, maintenance, and inspection of electrical systems and equipment. Through your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and efficient operation of the Seaway system.

Our advantages

• Competitive remuneration, defined benefit pension plan, group insurance and virtual health care.
• Generous paid leave to promote work-life balance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development, wellness program and other benefits!

Your Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment in buildings, structures, floating plant, and tunnels.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and associated control systems to support operational continuity.
• Carry out preventive maintenance activities on electrical systems and equipment in accordance with established maintenance programs.
• Respond promptly and effectively to electrical service calls, identifying and resolving issues.
• Perform electrical work in accordance with applicable electrical codes, engineering standards, and technical specifications.

Your profile

• High School Diploma and successful completion of an Electrician Apprenticeship Program or equivalent;
• Provincial Certificate of Qualification as an Electrician (309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician or 442A Industrial Electrician in Ontario, or the equivalent Certificate of Qualification in Quebec);
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a licensed Electrician working with industrial electrical systems;
• Knowledge of soft starters, variable frequency drives (VFDs), Ethernet networks, remote I/O systems, and fibre optic communication systems;
• Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), including ladder logic, IEC programming languages, and operator interface software;
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, regulations, procedures, and safe work practices related to the installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems;
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing;
• Valid driver's license (Class G in Ontario or Class 5 in Quebec) with an insurable driving record;
• Eligible to obtain and maintain Marine Transportation Security Clearance;
• Ability and willingness to undergo a medical examination and functional capacity evaluation;
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, underground (including tunnels), near open water, and in varying weather conditions.

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation is committed to diversity by encouraging an inclusive and equitable recruitment and work environment. We welcome everyone to apply, including candidates who identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.