Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

Veolia Group; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental company is seeking an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician in Ontario. The role focuses on inspecting, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electromechanical equipment in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will have a valid electrician license and relevant industrial experience, with opportunities for career advancement in a growing company.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Benefits and pension

Stock options

Career development opportunities

Training and coaching programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as industrial electrician.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
• Valid driver's license with a safe record.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot machinery and equipment.
• Work from engineering drawings and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with safety legislation and procedures.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Valid 442A or 309A Electrician Licence

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

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Company Description
A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.

Job Description
The Instrumentation and Electrical Technician inspects, maintains, repairs and installs mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic equipment at plant and/or pump stations.

Main Responsibilities:

• Repair, maintain, install, replace, troubleshoot and diagnose machinery and mechanical equipment such as centrifuges, pumps, conveyors, hydraulic presses, dewatering presses, belts, fans using hand tools and testing instruments;
• Inspect completed repairs and recommend solutions;
• Perform all work with strict adherence to safety legislation and procedures;
• Estimate time and material costs on electrical and mechanical projects;
• Requisition supplies and materials as needed;
• Work from engineering drawings, sketches, manuals or verbal instructions to install equipment;
• Provide performance feedback to team members;
• Complete work orders and ensure proper follow-up;
• Disassemble machines for repair or parts replacement;
• Clean and lubricate equipment and machinery;
• Maintain equipment in proper operating condition;
• Occasionally perform machine operator duties;
• Assist co-workers with tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Valid 442A or 309A Electrician Licence; dual tickets are valued.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as an industrial electrician in environments like water treatment, chemical processing, petrochemicals, etc.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining plant equipment.
• Experience with machinery, vehicles, and tools.
• Ability to work in a team and handle responsibilities proactively.
• Strong safety knowledge.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills; fluent in English.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe record.
• Comfortable rotating across facility as needed.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced, physically demanding, detail-oriented environment.
• Potential dusty conditions and organic odour.
• Own transportation required.
• Rotating shifts: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM; weekend work may be required.
• Competitive wages, benefits, pension, stock options, and time-off policies.

Additional Information:

• Join a growing company with large-scale projects and career development opportunities.
• Training and coaching programs available.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

We thank all applicants; only selected candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: Compensation details are accurate as of the posting date and may change.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

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