Electrician - Manufacturing Red Seal

Drake International; Long Sault; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in manufacturing is seeking a skilled Electrician to enhance their team in Long Sault, Ontario. This role offers a competitive starting salary and extensive benefits, along with the opportunity to engage in diverse tasks such as preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, and continuous improvement projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Red Seal certification and have substantial experience in an industrial setting. Join a company that values diversity and inclusivity, and be a part of a team that prioritizes safety and operational excellence.

Benefits

Extensive benefit program

Qualifications

• Licensed Electrician with 2+ years of experience in industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and ensure equipment repairs.
• Lead root cause analysis for operating problems and downtime issues.

Skills

Diagnosing and repairing equipment

Knowledge of safety and electrical codes

Effective communication skills

Resourcefulness and initiative

Ability to work shifts

Education

Licensed Electrician (Red Seal)

2+ years of hands-on electrician experience

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance Module

Forklifts

Scissor lifts

Job description

We're seeking an Electrician to join our client's Manufacturing team in Long Sault, Ontario. What We Offer :

• Salary: $36.07 starting to $38.19 based on experience
• Job Type / Shift: Rotational – 7:00 am – 3:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Monday to Friday
• Benefits: Extensive benefit program

What You'll Do :

1. Perform all actions related to the preventive maintenance program of the company
2. Ensure maintenance of equipment and repairs when required
3. Help solve problems related to maintenance
4. Suggest continuous improvement projects
5. Participate in equipment installation and assist during start-ups
6. Test equipment to ensure productivity and performance
7. Respect safety standards of the company and maintain a clean work environment
8. Follow safety rules and procedures such as Lockout / Tag out, Hot work, Confined Space, PPE, ensuring compliance by oneself and others around machinery
9. Provide support to operations to run machines at standard speeds, maximizing efficiency and productivity
10. Respond quickly to address downtime issues effectively
11. Lead or participate in root cause analysis for operating problems, identifying causes of unplanned downtime to drive continuous improvement
12. Maintain spares to ensure equipment availability
13. Utilize and maintain the SAP Plant Maintenance Module, following all processes for work order completion and documentation

What We're Looking For :

1. Licensed Electrician (Red Seal)
2. 2+ years of hands-on electrician experience in an industrial setting
3. Ability to diagnose and repair a variety of equipment based on industrial process controls, including measuring devices, data transmission, storage devices, and drives
4. Familiarity with mechanical drawings, fluid power schematics, and operation sequences
5. Strong knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, instrumentation, and control systems
6. Ability to understand and follow safety, electrical codes, and operational guidelines
7. Certification on scissor lifts and forklifts is required
8. Positive attitude and effective communication skills
9. Resourcefulness and initiative
10. Ability to work shifts, organize priorities, and manage time effectively
11. Experience in plastic manufacturing is an asset
12. Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and perform bending, squatting, and kneeling

Our team is eager to connect with candidates who meet these requirements. If this sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to apply today! Since 1951, Drake International has been a global leader in staffing, connecting people with the right roles at any career stage, both in Canada and worldwide. We collaborate directly with employers to provide the best opportunities at no cost, emphasizing a human-centered approach to recruitment. Drake International is committed to diversity, accessibility, and inclusion, and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. If needed, please contact your Branch Representative at 613-938-4777. #DITRADES