Industrial Electrician

FGL Sports Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 49,594,000 - 64,058,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits and retirement

Performance incentives

Continuing Education Programs

Product discounts

Signing bonus after conditions met

Job summary

FGL Sports Distribution Centre in Calgary, Alberta seeks a skilled Industrial Electrician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install industrial electrical systems. This role supports reliability, uptime, and safety in a production and distribution setting.

The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, fault analysis, and continuous equipment improvement while following strict safety and quality standards. Morning shift from 6:30am to 3:00pm is noted.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Red Seal Certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of commercial/industrial electrical experience in production, manufacturing, or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems on conveyors, dock equipment, and related industrial gear.
• Performing preventive and corrective electrical maintenance on material-handling equipment.
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing motors, VFDs, sensors, and control panels.
• Reading electrical schematics and building blueprints; interpreting single-line diagrams.
• Applying PLC logic knowledge to support troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Maintaining and repairing batteries and charging systems for powered equipment.
• Supporting equipment upgrades and modifications.
• Leading with conveyor maintenance and alignment support.
• Completing minor facility electrical repairs as required.
• Reporting faults and safety concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager.
• Ensuring work complies with Alberta Electrical Code and CSA standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

PLC/automation knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyperson Red Seal Industrial Electrician Certification

Tools

Motor controls & VFDs

PLCs & automation equipment

CMMS Maximo

Electrical testing tools

Job description

What you'll do:

We are seeking a skilled, safety-focused Industrial Electrician to join the Maintenance team at FGL Sports Distribution Centre in Calgary, Alberta. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing industrial electrical systems to ensure equipment reliability, system uptime, and safe, efficient operations within a production and distribution environment.

The Industrial Electrician supports departmental and customer operational goals through preventive maintenance, breakdown repairs, fault analysis, and continuous equipment improvement, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

*This position is for our Morning Shift, scheduled from 6:30am – 3:00pm*

• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems on conveyors, shrink-wrap machines, dock levelers, and related industrial equipment
• Performing preventive and corrective electrical maintenance on material-handling equipment and warehouse automation systems
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing motors, VFDs, sensors, control panels, and power distribution systems
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, mechanical drawings, and building blueprints
• Applying working knowledge of PLC logic to support troubleshooting and system diagnostics
• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing powered equipment batteries and charging systems
• Supporting electrical installations, upgrades, and modifications to existing equipment and infrastructure
• Leading and assisting with mechanical conveyor work, including minor restructuring, adjustments, and alignment support
• Completing minor facility-related electrical repairs as required
• Operating and supporting facility equipment, such as balers, in accordance with training and safety procedures
• Supporting other departments and taking on additional operational or departmental responsibilities, as assigned
• Reporting equipment failures, safety concerns, and major repair requirements to the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager
• Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with the Alberta Electrical Code, CSA standards, company policies, and safety procedures
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records using Maximo CMMS and other required documentation
• Assisting with the training and mentoring of apprentices and colleagues
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety-first culture at all times

What you bring:

Journeyperson Red Seal Industrial Electrician Certification (recognized in Alberta) preferred. Minimum (2) years of commercial and industrial electrical experience in a production, manufacturing, or distribution environment. Accepting applications from Alberta Provincial Certified Electricians.

Applications will also be considered from 4th-year Electrical Apprentices who demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work effectively in a maintenance environment.

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 120/208V and 347/600V
• Hands-on experience with motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial automation equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude, with the ability to work on and around mechanical conveyor systems
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and building blueprints
• Proficiency in electrical testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools
• Solid understanding of lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety practices
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical faults with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety compliance
• Flexible, open-minded, and capable of supporting a multi-functional, cross-departmental work environment
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights of up to 40 feet
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods
• Ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities within an industrial environment
• Strong communication skills with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Competent in operating powered industrial equipment
• Basic computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, and CMMS (Maximo)
• WHMIS and First Aid certification considered an asset
• High School Diploma or equivalent Proof of certification and relevant work experience will be required.

We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
• Performance incentives
• Continuing Education Programs
• Other perks to support your well-being
• Career growth opportunities and product discounts
• Successful external candidates are eligible for a 1-time signing bonus after meeting Canadian Tire conditions

Our typical hiring range is between $36 and $46.50 for Licensed Electrician. For 4th-year Electrical Apprentices between $28 and $34.75. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, job-related knowledge, skills and competencies, market location, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements (including applicable certifications, licenses and/or accreditations for example Red Seal).

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization. We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.

About Us

At Sport Chek, we want to find what moves you, and help build your career from there. As Canada’s destination for footwear, apparel, and sporting goods; we believe that sport and activity has the power to help shape your style, your relationships, and your mind. Along with colleagues across the Canadian Tire family of companies, you’ll be a part of a collaborative network of like-minded individuals who draw on their collective experience to best serve customers across all banners from coast-to-coast. Join us, where there's a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.

We are one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With world-class owned brands and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies, we are continually innovating with purpose: to excite and serve Canadian customers from coast-to-coast. We are connected to communities, big and small, from coast-to-coast, offering products and services that reflect the diverse nature of every one of them. From sports to outdoors, automobiles to homes, we know and understand life in Canada like no other retailer can. We are always on the lookout for curious, creative people who are able to navigate and excel in a rapidly evolving retail environment. If you’re ready to take on new challenges – be it in digital, IT, marketing, data & analytics, merchandising, or one of the many other roles we have – there is a place for you here, so apply today.