Industrial Electrician

PreCon; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precast concrete solutions provider is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician in Woodstock, Canada. Responsibilities include maintaining industrial equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues, and mentoring apprentices. Candidates should hold a 442A or 309A certification, have at least 5 years of experience, and possess good communication skills. The role offers a competitive compensation package including union benefits and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Paid overtime

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and mentoring apprentices.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Accurate and highly analytical.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain industrial equipment and control panels.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machines.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues with appropriate devices.

Skills

Ability to interpret drawings and electrical code

Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code

Troubleshooting skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Education

Certified 442A Industrial Electrician or 309A Construction Maintenance Electrician

5 years of experience in industrial environments

Tools

Power tools and hand tools

Job description

About PreCon

With a solid history dating back to 1958, PreCon Precast Limited is known as a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions with locations in Brampton and Woodstock. Across Ontario, you will find PreCon precast products and systems used in a variety of construction segments. We pride ourselves in being leaders in precast concrete innovation; building more energy efficient, sustainable and safe structures.

Position Summary

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for designing, assembling, commissioning, maintaining and repairing industrial and facility equipment. This includes building control panels, wiring production lines, inspecting utilities, troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues, and coordinating contractors while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. During new facility startups, duties will be project-based, involving tasks such as rigging, wiring, panel layout, ESA inspections, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams, and electrical code and project specifications.
• Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems operation.
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code
• Familiarity with sensors, AC/DC motors, Variable Speed Drives
• Support other members of the maintenance team.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the machines.
• Troubleshooting existing and layout of new branch circuitry.
• Installation, replacement and repair distribution equipment and electrical controls such as switchboards, panelboards, disconnect switches.
• Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, or fixtures
• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools associated with electrical work
• Work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Work directly with management to develop and execute focused improvement projects involving process optimizations, upgrades, and the resolution of reoccurring problems
• Read and interpret schematics for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, logic, process flow and instrumentation diagrams, and Work with Electrical Apprentices, teaching them the trade.
• Provide a strong presence on the production floor, monitoring all equipment and operators for safety, quality, waste or efficiency risks and improvement opportunities.
• Attend daily production meetings to gain feedback on downtime, line efficiencies and areas needing immediate attention.
• Provide support during annual overhauls and as a technical and developmental support role when required.
• Work with the projects team when projects arise to help complete as time permits.
• Personal continuous development through training and hands-on experience.
• All other duties as required.

Education / Qualifications

• Certified 442A Industrial Electrician or 309A Construction Maintenance Electrician.
• Experience working in commercial and industrial environments
• A minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful applicants will be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong Mechanical aptitude.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Accurate and highly analytical.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring apprentices.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job you are regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, lift, climb, push-pull, kneel, crouch, twist, bend, and stoop.
• May require working in hot (32C) and cold (-25C) temperatures.
• Travel may be required.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry objects up to 50 to 100 lbs.
• Manual dexterity required to use power and hand tools.
• Overtime as required

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, PreCon offers a comprehensive compensation package including seniority with Unifor union local 636 upon successful completion of probation, competitive wages, paid overtime and company benefits.