Industrial Electrician

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 53,200 - 75,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool Allowance

Safety Footwear and Eyewear Allowances

100% Employer-Paid Benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc in Edmonton is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our Maintenance Team. The role involves maintaining and servicing production equipment while ensuring safety and compliance with animal welfare standards. You'll troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and perform preventative maintenance.

The ideal candidate holds a Red Seal Electrician Certification, has strong analytical skills, and can work both independently and collaboratively. We offer competitive pay, a tool allowance, and 100% employer-paid benefits.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Electrician Certification is required.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Poultry or food production experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install processing equipment.
• Program and maintain variable frequency drives and motor controls.
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders.

Skills

Strong knowledge of plant and equipment operations

Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical issues

Good mathematical and analytical skills

Comfortable working independently and in teams

Ability to work night shifts

Education

Red Seal Electrician Certification

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.

Compensation & Benefits:

Electrician Rate: $46.81/hour with an additional premium of $0.70/hour for night shift.

• Tool Allowance
• 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:

• Red Seal Electrician Certification (required)
• Must have own hand tools
• 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 environmentExcellent 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

Responsibilities:

• 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 labor, 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, labor 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

Accommodation & Equal Opportunity:

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] .

Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.