Industrial Electrician-Manufacturing

Waterford Search Selection Advisory; Windsor; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an industrial electrician in Windsor, Canada. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, testing, and repairing electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in a similar role and must be fully certified. This position offers a dynamic work environment with potential 12-hour shifts and overtime requirements.

Qualifications

• Fully certified with strong industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of electrician experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and schematics for troubleshooting.
• Install, test, and repair electrical fixtures and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and codes.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret drawings

Knowledge of PLC Programmable Logic capabilities

Skills in routine maintenance operations

Computer literate

Detail-orientated and analytical thinking

Strong work ethic and positive team attitude

Able to communicate effectively

Education

Certified 442A or 309A

Job description

Overview

Position Summary

The industrial electrician will work as part of a team to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in a manufacturing environment. The industrial electrician will also routinely perform preventative maintenance on all equipment and components in order to ensure the continued safe, efficient and effective operations of all equipment and fixtures utilized by the organization

Reporting Relationships

This position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications in order to provide troubleshooting and repair services when needed.
• Install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and equipment.
• Diagnose, locate the cause of, and repair malfunctioning systems and components using test equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance through inspection of electrical systems, equipment and components.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Direct and train other workers and apprentices to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Work on other electrical projects as required.
• Assists other maintenance technicians.
• Ensure all work performed adheres to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal safety regulations, codes and specifications.
• Complete any other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements

• Must be fully certified – 442A is preferred, but will accept 309A with strong industrial manufacturing exposure / experience

Work Experience Requirements

• 3 years’ of electrician experience in an industrial / manufacturing environment
• Experience with metal processing, heavy stamping or die casting is an asset
• Ability to install, maintain, test troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, preferably in a fast paced manufacturing / industrial

Knowledge & Skills Requirements

• Must have ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications
• Knowledge of PLC Programmable logic capabilities
• Skills in routine maintenance operations
• Computer literate
• Competencies
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and written
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Detail-orientated and analytical thinking
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Enthusiasm to apply continuous improvement techniques

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required
• 12 hour Continental Shifts, 2-week rotations
• Plant Environment
• Exposure to loud noise