Industrial Electrician

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agriculture company in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician for their port terminal in Thunder Bay. The successful candidate will manage electrical repairs and maintenance in a heavy industrial environment. Key qualifications include a Red Seal Journeyman Electrician certification, troubleshooting skills, and safety focus. The role offers an excellent compensation package, including a flexible benefits plan and career development opportunities. Apply by December 23, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Flexible benefits plan

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Red Seal Journeyman Electrician with 2+ years of heavy industrial experience.
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical schematics and plant equipment.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, repairs and maintains electrical circuits and equipment.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses electrical and control equipment.
• Responds to after-hours emergency calls on a rotational basis.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical schematics

Analytical problem-solving

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Red Seal Journeyman Electrician

Diploma of Technology

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 3,500 employees across Canada, the US, the UK, and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson operates port terminals from coast to coast across Canada and exports Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds to end-use markets in over 50 countries around the globe.

We currently have an opportunity for an Industrial Electrician at our Richardson Port Terminal located in Thunder Bay. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will provide support for electrical repair and maintenance of plant equipment in a heavy industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, repairs and maintains electrical circuits, devices and equipment
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses electrical and control equipment
• Participates in training related to this position
• Operates in accordance with health, safety, and fire prevention regulations and practices
• Provides assistance to other Maintenance team members
• Responds to after-hours emergency calls on a rotational basis

Qualifications

• Red Seal Journeyman Electrician with 2+ years of heavy industrial experience.
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical schematics, automation, and plant equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in confined spaces, heights, and extreme conditions.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other computer applications.
• Safety-focused, with a strong work ethic and availability for shifts, shutdowns, and emergency call-ins.

Asset

• Diploma of Technology
• Strong IT background
• Networking experience (Ethernet, Profibus and Modbus)
• Programming experience
• Any other mechanical trades, fabricator would be considered an asset

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by December 23, 2025. Candidates may be asked to participate in competency examinations and/or skill tests to assist in determining required qualifications.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.