Industrial Technician (Electrician)

Kicking-Horse-Coffee; Invermere; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical

Dental and vision

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Wellness allowance

Uniforms

Green commuting

Apprenticeship pathway

Job summary

Kicking Horse Coffee is seeking a certified Electrician to keep our Invermere plant running smoothly. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment across roasting, packaging, and facility systems, install upgrades, and collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.

The role requires a ticketed electrician with at least 2 years of experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and safety certifications. On-site, full-time position in Invermere, BC.

Qualifications

• Valid ticketed electrician certification.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience with industrial equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience with mechanical systems such as vacuums, blowers, gearboxes, scales.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics (mechanical, pneumatic, electrical).
• Familiarity with HMIs, VFDs, and PLC fundamentals.
• Certifications like WHMIS, Forklift, Fall-Arrest, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, or Rigging & Hoisting are required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment across roasting, packaging, and facility systems.
• Install, modify, and upgrade machinery to improve performance and reliability.
• Work with production teams to minimize downtime and keep equipment running.
• Plan and complete preventative maintenance per PM program.

Skills

Ticketed Electrician

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Read schematics

HMI/PLC basics

WHMIS

Forklift

Fall arrest

Confined space

Lockout/Tagout

Rigging & Hoisting

Team communication

Tools

VFDs

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical control systems

Job description

We are hellbent on doing great work and living a great life while we’re at it.

Reliable jobs with good pay, building real skills and still having gas in the tank to get after it when the workday is done. That's Kicking Horse Coffee. Whether that's lakes, trails, powder days, or just soaking up Columbia Valley life with your family, we want you finishing your shift with energy left for the good stuff!

YOU’LL LIKE IT HERE IF

You want a stable job that fuels your big-mountain, small-town lifestyle.

You’re reliable, hands-on and take pride in doing things right.

You want to work somewhere people, not just output, matter.

You want to grow. At Kicking Horse Coffee, the more you learn, the more you earn.

You’ve got your crew’s back. You show up daily with respect and care for others.

You care about making an impact. Every single coffee bean is Fairtrade and Organic, positively impacting farmers around the world.

You take safety seriously. Looking out for each other is just how it’s done.

Bottom line: work hard, live well, be a good kick in the ass for the world.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Keep the plant running. You’ll be hands on with the equipment that roasts, grinds and packages Canada’s #1 whole bean coffee. When things break, you fix them. When they slow down, you make them better. You don’t patch problems, you solve them. It’s physical, technical and sometimes unpredictable. Not everything goes according to plan. That’s where you come in.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment across roasting, packaging, and facility systems.
• Install, modify, and upgrade machinery to improve performance and reliability.
• Work closely with production teams to keep equipment running efficiently and minimize downtime.
• Plan and complete preventative maintenance in line with our PM Program.
• Track and manage spare parts and critical inventory.
• Identify root causes of equipment issues and implement long-term fixes (not band-aids).
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives to improve flow and reduce waste.
• Work collaboratively with teammates, cross-functional partners, and external contractors.
• Mentor and support apprentices and developing technicians.
• Accurately document work, issues, and improvements.
• Follow all health, safety, and quality program requirements.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Physical ability to lift up to 25-50 lbs (with help from the team), lifting, pushing, twisting and bending on a manufacturing line, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Ticketed Electrician with at least 2+ years of experience working with industrial equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with root cause analysis.
• Experience working with mechanical systems such as vacuums, blowers, chain-veys, gearboxes and scales.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical control systems).
• Familiarity with HMI, VFDs, and PLC fundamentals.
• A logical step-by-step approach to diagnosing and fixing problems.
• Clear communication – able to translate technical issues into straightforward language.
• Basic computer skills (Office 365); experience documenting and tracking issues.
• Certifications such as WHIMIS, Forklift, Fall-Arrest, Confined Space, Lockout/ Tagout, or Rigging & Hoisting are required (training provided if you don’t already have them).
• Willingness to wear required PPE, including respirators.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE DETAILS

• This is an on-site position located in Invermere, BC.
• This is a full-time, permanent position in our Maintenance department. The shift is Monday - Thursday 4-10 hour shifts and Monday - Friday 5-8 hour shift on an alternating rotation.
• The hourly rate for this role is $39.72. Eligible overnight shifts receive a 15% premium on top of their base wage. Additional wage premiums are available based on skills, shifts, and added responsibilities (e.g., training, shift lead).

THE GOOD STUFF

When individuals thrive, communities thrive. And we are here to help that happen with our benefits and programs:

• Extended medical, dental and vision coverage, with $2,000 flexible paramedical services coverage, EFAP, and a $700 annual Wellness Allowance.
• RRSP and matching program.
• 4 weeks of paid vacation after one year of work, plus get a paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Our Growth Grant gives employees access to non-repayable funding to pursue career-building learning that supports growth at the Horse or beyond.
• We provide uniforms and an allowance to cover costs for work boots and custom ear protection.
• Our Green Commuting program pays employees up to $3.00 per day for choosing a green commute to work.
• Our Dream Fund provides financial funding to put towards community projects.
• Our Apprenticeship Program provides a paid pathway to trade certification.
• Damn good discounts on coffee beans and at our on-site Café.

WHY THIS PLACE IS DIFFERENT

As Canada’s #1 selling whole bean coffee, demand for our organic, Fairtrade beans keeps climbing from coast to coast. That means one thing: we need more awesome humans on our team. We’re gearing up to grow big while staying true to what got us here.

We’ve been making kick-ass coffee for 30 years. We roast every bean in the Rocky Mountains, smack dab in the middle of nowhere. It’s where we’ve built something pretty special.

We don’t cut corners. We don’t do average. And we definitely don’t do half-assed. From how we source our beans to how we treat our people, we’re all in.

WHAT WE VALUE

• Do What’s Right. It’s not always neat and tidy. It means taking care of people, the planet and the business. No posturing, no greenwashing, just grown-up conversations and real accountability.
• Never Half-Ass It. We’re on a mission to annihilate mediocrity. It’s about craftsmanship, care, and commitment. It’s about creating something we’re proud of, every time.
• Cut the Bullshit. It’s about systems that work without waste, kindness without drama and root-cause thinking over quick fixes. When we cut through noise, we make space for what matters: trust, clarity, and meaningful progress.
• Be Remarkable. Every now and then, we crank the dial past ten. We’re not here to play it safe or follow the crowd. We’re here to break patterns, defy expectations, and drop a few jaws along the way. If it’s forgettable, it’s not for us.
• Do It All With Love. Love? Buck yeah, Love! It’s our not-so-secret ingredient. We care deeply about the work we do, the people we work with, and the impact we have. That love shows up in every cup.

SPIRIT OF LOVE

Love means welcoming everyone to ensure an inclusive place for all. We seek team members from all walks of life, backgrounds, and cultures.