Industrial Electrician

Maple Leaf Foods; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Tool Allowance

Annual Safety Footwear and Eyewear</n>

100% Employer-Paid Benefits (health, d

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate discounts (e.g., GoodLife)

Learning opportunities and training

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our Maintenance Team in Canada on a night shift. The role focuses on maintaining and servicing production equipment, ensuring safe operations and adherence to animal welfare standards.

You will troubleshoot electrical systems, program VFDs, and work with cross-functional teams to keep our lines running smoothly. The ideal candidate holds a Journeyman Electrician Certification, owns hand tools, and has experience with 24V–575V electrical

Qualifications

• Journeyman Ticker or Red Seal Electrician Certification is required.
• Must own hand tools (powered tools provided)
• Strong knowledge of plant and equipment operations
• Able to troubleshoot electrical issues in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install processing equipment, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain VFDs, motor controls, sensors, and safety devices.
• Read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to support troubleshooting and improvements.
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders with accurate labour and parts tracking.

Skills

Troubleshoot electrical issues

Read schematics and wiring diagrams

VFDs and motor controls

Mathematics and problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Journeyman Electrician Certification (Red Seal or equivalent)

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

The Opportunity:

As part of Maple Leaf Foods’ Maintenance Team, the individual will be responsible for maintaining and servicing equipment used in the facility for the daily production of our products. In doing so, they will support safe plant operations, uphold a safe working environment for all team members, and ensure equipment and processes align with our commitment to animal welfare standards.

Please note that this role operates on a night shift schedule.

OurElectrician rate is $46.81/hour, with an additional premium of $0.70/hour for the night shift.

The Perks of Joining Our Team:

• Annual Tool Allowance
• Annual Safety Footwear and Eyewear Allowances
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits (health, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance)
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discounts (e.g., GoodLife Fitness, Rogers)
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources, and tools provided to all employees

What You Will Bring:

The successful candidate will be results-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have the ability to develop positive working relationships with all employees.

• Journeyman Ticker or Red Seal Electrician Certification (required)
• Must have own hand tools (Power tools are provided)
• Strong knowledge of plant and equipment operations
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve electrical issues in a fast-paced environment
• Good mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and plan daily tasks with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working both independently and in a team-based environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, and cross-functional teams
• Willingness and ability to work overnight shifts
• Availability for weekend overtime as production demands require
• Physically capable of handling equipment (in excess of 25 kg)
• Poultry or food production experience is considered an asset

A Snapshot of Some of the Exciting Things You Will Lead and Do:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install processing equipment, including electrical and mechanical systems, to ensure efficient and timely resolution of issues
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor controls, temperature sensors, and safety devices
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on electrical systems ranging from 24V to 575V (including 3-phase), with a strong understanding of field wiring up to 600V AC
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic/flow diagrams to support troubleshooting and system improvements. Apply working knowledge of instrumentation, controls, and PLC systems to maintain and optimize equipment performance
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders, accurately tracking labour, parts, and inventory within a computerized maintenance system
• Respond to verbal, written, and electronic work requests, applying corrective actions in a timely and effective manner
• Utilize mechanical knowledge to support integrated electrical and equipment troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate records, including notes, labour hours, and parts usage in SAP or equivalent systems
• Communicate daily repair activities and equipment status with Maintenance, Production, and cross-functional teams
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, WHMIS, MSDS, BRC, and Company policies and procedures

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision MakingOur Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail] .

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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There’s no limit to how far you can take your career at Maple Leaf Foods. We’re a team of people with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of skills who challenge each other every day to learn and grow. When you join our team, your opportunities for growth are endless.