Industrial Electrician

West Coast Reduction Ltd.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Reduction Ltd. in Vancouver is seeking a full-time Industrial Electrician to maintain, install, calibrate and troubleshoot electrical instrumentation and plant equipment. The role requires adherence to safety procedures and a BC Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or Red Seal.

The position offers competitive wages, potential overtime, and opportunities for in-house training and mentorship. Prior PLC/HMI experience is advantageous for this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or interprovincial Red Seal is required.
• 5 years of experience in production or similar environment.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures.
• Industrial Instrumentation & Control Mechanic Certification (Red Seal) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, calibrate and troubleshoot electrical instrumentation and plant equipment.
• Adhere to safety procedures and processes.
• Operate PLCs and HMI systems, including Schneider Electric PLCs and VFDs, Unity Programming, Profibus, and Wonderware graphics.
• Produce basic electrical drawings.
• Mentor Apprentices through their professional development.
• Perform shift work based on company business needs and overtime as required.
• Foster a positive team culture and comply with company policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Reading diagrams

Education

British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate / Red Seal

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 7:00 AM

West Coast Reduction Ltd. - Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left – that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers, like farms, restaurants, bakeries and even supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit our Company website atwww.wcrl.com to learn more.

Based at our Vancouver Plant location, we are searching for a full-time Industrial Electrician. This roleis responsible for maintaining, installing, calibrating and troubleshooting of all electrical instrumentation and plant equipment. Adherence to WCRL safety procedures and processes are a requirement of this position.

Wage: $48.00 Hourly

Possession of a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an Interprovincial Electrical Red Seal Certification is required

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Build a stable career at a reputable company with more than 450 employees
• Competitive wages
• Continuous in-house training opportunities available
• Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits
• Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year

• Utilize various Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems for troubleshooting and programming including Schneider Electric PLC’s and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), Unity Programming, Profibus, and Wonderware Graphics
• Troubleshoot Wonderware HMI software including set up of workstations and remote panels
• May be asked to safely operate forklifts and other hoisting devices when necessary
• Provide recommendations for improvements to equipment and processes
• Produce basic electrical drawings
• Accurately Measure, calculate, and interpret electrical values, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards”
• Use a wide variety of hand power tools, including mobile equipment in a safe manner
• Mentor Apprentices through their professional development
• Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands
• Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities
• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. policies
• Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an interprovincial Electrical Red Seal Certification
• 5 years of experience in production or similar environment or industry
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, with strong communication skills
• Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures
• Industrial Instrumentation & Control Mechanic Certification (Red Seal) is considered an asset

• Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance
• Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily
• Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and animal by-products

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.