Industrial Electrician

100611 FPS-Ancaster; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse Projects

Mentorship Opportunities

Global Mobility

Ethical Practices

Job summary

Johnson Electric in Ancaster, Ontario, onsite, is seeking an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair production equipment. You will troubleshoot CNC, PLC, robotics, and automated systems while working to ISO and IATF standards. The role requires a valid Electrician certification, an apprenticeship completion, and 1–5 years of industrial maintenance experience.

Continental shifts are possible. Join a team that values diverse projects, mentorship, global mobility, and ethical practices as

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting skills in industrial settings.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and manuals.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities, with a sense of urgency in production.
• High level of integrity, dependability and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and support production equipment and facilities.
• Repair, install, start-up CNC, PLC, robotic, and automated assembly equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including PLCs, VFDs, sensors and safety circuits.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Quality teams on projects and upgrades.
• Support planned maintenance and emergency response to minimize downtime.
• Ensure electrical work complies with codes and company procedures.

Job description

Join Our Team as an Industrial Electrician at Johnson Electric! Location: Ancaster, Ontario (onsite) Pay Rate: $42.21-$45.16 per hour Plus Continental Shift premiums: $1.00/hr (days) & $1.50/hr (nights) Vacany Type: Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Continental shifts, bi-weekly rotating as necessary

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience. Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally. Global Mobility: Opportunities for international assignments and transfers to broaden your career horizons. Ethical Practices: A commitment to ethical business practices and integrity in all operations.

What You'll Be Doing:

Maintain, repair, refurbish, and support production equipment and facilities in accordance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards. Repair, assemble, debug, install, and start-up CNC, PLC, robotic, and automated assembly equipment from an electrical, controls, hydraulic, and pneumatic perspective. Perform detailed electrical troubleshooting on industrial equipment including PLCs, CNC controllers, robotics, automation equipment, VFDs, sensors, motor controls, and safety circuits in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to support new equipment installations, upgrades, and manufacturing projects. Support planned maintenance activities and emergency breakdown response to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency. Interpret and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment documentation; assist in maintaining accurate electrical documentation for long-term equipment support. Test electrical systems and components to ensure safety, efficiency, proper grounding, and code compliance. Utilize safe electrical work practices and ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and company procedures. Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped maintenance environment, supporting housekeeping and project organization standards. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance effectiveness. Work collaboratively with other maintenance personnel to ensure effective communication, coordination, and shift hand-off. Ensure all work complies with company Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Production Systems. Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent. Valid Certificate of Qualification as an Electrician (442A and/or 309A) in good standing. Completion of a recognized Electrician Apprenticeship. Experience 1 to 5 years of post-qualification industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience supporting CNC-, PLC-, robotic-, or automated assembly equipment in a high-volume production setting.

Technical & Skill Requirements:

Strong hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting skills in an industrial manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of PLC systems, CNC equipment, motor controls, automation systems, and industrial electrical distribution. Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic systems; Fanuc robot experience is considered an asset. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and diagnostic skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment. Effective communication skills and ability to interact at all levels of the organization. High level of integrity, dependability, and sense of urgency in a production-driven environment.

Work Environment (Including Physical Demands):

Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, temperature variations, confined spaces, and production materials. Required to stand, walk, crouch, climb ladders and stairs, push, pull, lift, and carry tools, components, and materials throughout the facility. Operation of material-handling and lifting equipment as required. Willingness to work rotating or continental shifts, overtime, and emergency call-ins to support operations.

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company's most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

About Johnson Electric Group

The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For more information, visit johnsonelectric.com.

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