I&C Electrician, Hub 500

Cyclic Materials; Kingston; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental coverage

RRSP/401K contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Cyclic Materials is seeking an experienced I&C Electrician to maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical systems at our Ontario facility. You will diagnose issues with motors, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, sensors and pumps, perform preventive maintenance, and support system upgrades to improve reliability and safety.

Reporting to the Maintenance lead, you will follow SOPs, assist with FATs, and coordinate with operations to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 442A Industrial Electrician Certification/ 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician with industrial experience required
• 447A instrumentation and controls certification preferred
• Experience troubleshooting PLC/HMI and performing basic programming adjustments
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, ideally in metal recycling or manufacturing.
• High school diploma or GED; technical training in electrical/mechanical systems preferred.
• Dual-ticket Millwright/Electrician is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant electrical equipment.
• Diagnose issues involving motors, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, switches, pumps, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and use diagnostic tools to reduce downtime.
• Coordinate with operations, production, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records of inspections, repairs, and parts usage.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and system improvements.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLC/HMI troubleshooting

Motor controls

VFDs

Electrical schematics

Mechanical troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

Travel to USA for training

Education

High school diploma or GED

442A Industrial Electrician Certification

447A instrumentation and controls

Technical training in electrical/mechanical systems

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Cyclic Materials is building a resilient circular supply chain for rare earth elements and other critical materials. Through our proprietary MagCycle and REEPure processes, we recover rare earths from end-of-life products and transform them into high purity materials used in the production of permanent magnets. These materials are critical to the modern economy, including the production of electric vehicles, electronics, AI infrastructure, wind turbines, defense, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Founded in 2021, Cyclic Materials has rapidly progressed from technology development to commercialization. We currently operate facilities in Ontario and Arizona, with a new expansion underway in South Carolina. Backed by US$75 million in Series C financing led by T. Rowe Price, alongside strategic investors including Microsoft, Amazon, Hitachi Ventures, BMW i Ventures, Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion fund, Energy Impact Partners, ArcTern Ventures, and Fifth Wall, we are scaling to meet growing global demand for a secure and sustainable rare earth supply.

We have established commercial partnerships with global industry leaders such as Solvay, Vattenfall, Lime, and VACUUMSCHMELZE, enabling the deployment of recycled rare earth materials into real world supply chains. In 2025, Cyclic Materials was named one of the Top 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch by MIT Technology Review.

We are growing quickly and building the industrial backbone required for a circular rare earth economy. Joining Cyclic Materials means working on complex and exciting challenges at scale, alongside a team committed to executing and delivering measurable impact. If you are motivated by building critical infrastructure and advancing the circular economy, join us and help accelerate the growth rare earth recycling.

Job Overview:

Reporting to the Maintenance lead, the I&C Electrician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and performing breakdown recovery work for the plant equipment to ensure the smooth operation of equipment in the facility. This role requires experience in industrial electrical systems to troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain equipment used in the monitoring and control of processing equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preproduction activities include:
• Assist in equipment installation and setup.
• Support the definition of preventive maintenance (PM) requirements, spare parts lists, and work order system needs.
• Contribute to writing SOPs and maintenance work permits.
• Participate in Functional Acceptance Testing (FAT) as required.
• Complete all pre-production training.

Postproduction activities include:

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant electrical, instrumentation, and other mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose issues involving motors, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, switches, flow meters, pumps, agitators, crushers, shredders, and milling systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and use diagnostic tools to reduce equipment downtime.
• Support millwrighting tasks and perform mechanical installations or repairs within qualification scope.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and system improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, work orders, and parts usage.
• Coordinate with operations, production, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Communicate equipment status, repair requirements, and parts needs to supervisors.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out (LOTO).
• Support facility-wide environmental, safety, and compliance efforts.
• Ability to wear a full-face respirator and meet clean shaven requirements
• Assist with installing new equipment and implementing system upgrades to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
• Collaborate with operators, production teams, and maintenance staff to resolve equipment issues and complete work orders.
• Communicate equipment status, required repairs, and parts needs to supervisors and management.

Qualifications:

• 442A Industrial Electrician Certification/ 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician with industrial experience required
• 447A instrumentation and controls certification preferred
• Experience troubleshooting PLC/HMI and performing basic programming adjustments
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, ideally in metal recycling or manufacturing.
• High school diploma or GED; technical training in electrical/mechanical systems preferred.
• Dual-ticket Millwright/Electrician is a strong asset.

Specific Skills

Technical:

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including motor controls, PLCs, VFDs, and related components.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC/HMI systems and perform basic programming adjustments.
• Understanding of mechanical troubleshooting (hydraulics, pneumatics, general mechanical systems).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Ability to travel to USA for job-related training as required.

Working Conditions:

• This position may require working in outdoor or indoor environments, with exposure to noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• The job may involve shift work, weekend shifts, or on-call availability depending on operational needs.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times.

Pay Range: $40 CAD - $45 CAD

Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials

• At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
• We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP (Canada)/ 401K (USA) contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
• We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions

The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [e-mail] for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.