Industrial Electrician

Canadian Tire Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Product discounts

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Canadian Tire Corporation’s FGL Sports Distribution Centre in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to maintain, troubleshoot, and install electrical systems in a fast-paced production and distribution environment.

This morning-shift role (6:30am–3:00pm) emphasizes safety, preventive maintenance, and equipment reliability, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and contribute to continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Red Seal certification preferred
• 2+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting electrical systems on conveyors and dock equipment
• Preventive and corrective maintenance on material-handling gear
• Install and repair motors, VFDs, sensors, and control panels
• Read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Support PLC-based diagnostics and system optimization
• Maintain maintenance records in Maximo CMMS

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

• Supportingelectrical installations, upgrades, and modificationsto existing equipment and infrastructure

• Leading andassistingwithmechanical 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

• Supportingother departmentsand taking onadditionaloperational or departmental responsibilities, as assigned

• Reporting equipment failures, safety concerns, and major repair requirements to theMaintenance Supervisor/Manager

• Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with theAlberta Electrical Code, CSA standards, company policies, and safety procedures

• Maintainingaccuratemaintenance records usingMaximo CMMSand other required documentation

• Assistingwith thetraining and mentoring of apprentices and colleagues

• Promoting and maintaining astrong safety-first cultureat 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 ofindustrial electrical systems, including120/208V and 347/600V

• Hands-on experience withmotor 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 understandmechanical drawings and building blueprints

• Proficiencyin electrical testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools

• Solid understanding oflockout/tagout proceduresand 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 toHealth & Safety compliance

• Flexible, open-minded, and capable of supporting amulti-functional, cross-departmental work environment

• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 50 lbs.

• Comfortable working at heights of up to40 feet

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods

• Ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities within a industrial environment

• Strong communicationskills with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Competent in operating powered industrial equipment

• Basic computerproficiency, includingMS Word, Excel, and CMMS (Maximo)

• WHMIS and First Aidcertification considered an asset

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Proof ofcertification and relevant work experience will berequired.

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.